Mirror, mirror: Scientists find cause of involuntary movements

Researchers have identified the genetic cause of mirror movements, where affected people are unable to move one side of the body without moving the other. For example, when trying to open and close their right hand, their left hand will unintentionally copy the movement. This important discovery provides new understanding on how mirror movements happen and improve scientific knowledge concerning how the brain functions.

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