Summary:
- The placenta, which connects the developing fetus to the mother's uterus, may hold clues about the risk of developing schizophrenia later in life.
- Researchers found that the placentas of babies who later developed schizophrenia showed differences in gene expression patterns compared to those who did not.
- These findings suggest that the placenta could potentially be used as an early indicator of schizophrenia risk, allowing for earlier intervention and treatment.