Charlotte Cecil

Join Prof. Charlotte Cecil, specialist in genetics, epigenetics, and gene X environment approaches at Erasmus Medical Centre, to explore the impact of childhood trauma on mental health. Discover the connection between trauma and mental health issues, the role of genetics and epigenetics, and groundbreaking findings in epigenetics and childhood trauma.

Dr. Charlotte Cecil discusses early research on ADHD and epigenetics, exploring the complex relationship between genetics, environment, and ADHD development. The podcast covers DNA methylation, epigenetic changes influenced by environmental factors, epigenetics in oncology, and potential applications in ADHD detection and treatment. Challenges in studying epigenetics in ADHD are addressed, along with the implications for adopted children and the associations with comorbid conditions. The episode ends with a call to engage with ADHD community resources and support.