Common familial risk factors for schizophrenia and diabetes mellitus

Conclusion:
Elevated risk for type 2 diabetes in people with schizophrenia is not simply a consequence of antipsychotic medication; type 2 diabetes and schizophrenia share familial risk factors.

Source: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry - April 21, 2016 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Foley, D. L., Mackinnon, A., Morgan, V. A., Watts, G. F., Castle, D. J., Waterreus, A., Galletly, C. A. Tags: Research Source Type: research