Research on the development of ADHD is finding that in many cases, mutations may occur that either create extra copies of a gene or result in the deletion of genes.Which term refers to these mutations?

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Copy number variants are mutations that involve the loss or gain of genetic material, such as extra copies of a gene or deletion of genes. This is a common type of mutation found in the development of ADHD. Neurochemicals and proteins are not directly related to these types of mutations. Endophenotypes refer to the measurement of traits that are not necessarily observable but believed to be related to the development of a disorder, such as a specific cognitive or neurological function.

Research on the Development of ADHD Is Finding That in Many