Christina M. Sheerin

Rare copy number variation in Post-traumatic stress disorder using whole genome sequencing and biobank data

This study investigates rare copy number variants in PTSD using whole-genome sequencing and biobank data, finding significant associations in specific ancestry groups and gene-sets.

Toward Clinical Implementation of Polygenic Scores for Substance Use Disorders: A Multi-Ancestry Study

The paper develops and validates polygenic scores for substance use disorders across multiple ancestries, finding clinically relevant performance in European and Latinx populations but not in African populations.

Differences in Genetic Correlations between Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder-Related Phenotypes Compared to Alcohol Consumption-Related Phenotypes

The paper examines genetic correlations between PTSD and alcohol-related phenotypes, finding distinct genetic factors for AUD versus alcohol consumption.

Genomic Influences on Self-Reported Childhood Maltreatment

This study identifies genetic variants associated with self-reported childhood maltreatment and finds significant genetic correlations with depressive symptoms.