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New Australian study aims to crack genetic code behind anxiety disorders

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Australian researchers are hoping to unlock the genetic secrets of anxiety disorders in a bid to improve diagnosis and treatment for millions of Australians. Genetics accounts for about 40% someone's susceptibility to an anxiety disorder. Now adults with a lived experience of the mental health condition are being ecnouraged to contribute to a new nation-wide study.
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