Genetic analyses have revealed a mutation of a specific gene, the FOXP2 gene, which may play a role in this disorder.

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The FOXP2 gene is known to be associated with language and speech disorders, and its mutation has been linked to problems with processing language, which is a characteristic of dyslexia. Dyslexia is a learning disorder characterized by difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words.

Genetic Analyses Have Revealed a Mutation of a Specific Gene