Increased risk of psychopathology found in offspring of people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder

Increased risk of psychopathology found in offspring of people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder

A new study confirms that children of people with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder have a higher risk of developing psychopathology compared to children whose parents do not have these conditions. The study, examines how the clinical and social characteristics of parents influence the mental health of their offspring.