Two new studies indicate that common genetic variations are associated with suicide attempts. This doesn't mean your fate is controlled by your genes, of course. But the studies do offer hope that a simple laboratory test could be developed to identify which troubled people are at higher risk of suicide. Go to article. Related Documents 2.
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