PsyPost September 14, 2026 • 22:16

A child’s genetic profile for ADHD can predict their parents’ risk of separation - PsyPost

By Eric W. Dolan

A child’s genetic profile for ADHD can predict their parents’ risk of separation - PsyPost

A child's genetic likelihood for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is associated with a higher chance of their parents divorcing. The new findings highlight how children might actively shape the life trajectories of their families.

Children with a higher polygenic index for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder tend to see a higher likelihood of their parents separating or divorcing, according to new research. The findings s… [+7455 chars]

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