that social awareness around developmental disorders have takes. In recent years, terms like ADHD and developmental disorders have become more familiar, especially through social media like TikTok. Along with personal revelations by celebrities and special features in the media, it seems been increasing over time. For a long time, developmental disorders were considered a field where causes were difficult to identify due to their intertwined nature, and few effective treatments had been established. However, recent progress in neuroscience has revealed that conditions such as ADHD and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) are caused by differences in brain development and function. Through a neuroscience course I took during the summer semester as part of my psychology major, I had the opportunity to learn about developmental disorders such as ADHD from a more scientific perspective. This class deepened my interest in understanding mental health conditions related to cognitive traits, bridging psychology and neuroscience. I was deeply inspired by the idea that neuroscience could help us better understand and more reliably explain invisible traits like patterns of thinking and behavior through scientific methods, and this gave me hope that if we can explain them scientifically, there must also be ways to support and treat them, no matter how long it Even after completing the course, my curiosity remained, and as I continued researching ways to support people with developmental disorders, I encountered the concept of genomic medicine. Genomic medicine refers to a medical approach that analyzes individual differences in brain development and neural circuits at the genetic level. This allows for more accurate and personalized diagnoses and support. Currently, this field is gaining attention as a key to understanding the causes of developmental disorders and improving the quality of treatment. Countries like Japan and Canada have begun to implement this technology, with efforts in progress to promote early diagnosis and intervention. In addition, Genomic medicine is not only useful for making diagnoses but also holds potential for selecting appropriate support methods and designing individualized education and therapy plans. This report will explore developmental disorders through the lens of neuroscience and compare how genomic medicine is being implemented in Canada and Japan, while considering its potential applications and future challenges. Yu m e K u r o k a w a1. Exploring the Why: The Connection Between Developmental Disorders and Genomic MedicineUniversity of Tronto, Canada18in Canada and Japan —Can Genomic Medicine Transform Developmental Disorders?— A Comparison of Current Practices and Support Systems
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