The Theory of Recursive Genomic Synthesis (RGS) for Mental Health
Abstract
The Theory of Recursive Genomic Synthesis (RGS) reconceptualizes the genome as a dynamic, self-modifying system in which iterative cycles of modification, regulatory network rewiring, and epigenetic adaptation generate emergent phenotypes. Applied to mental health, RGS provides a framework for understanding how complex interactions between genes, neural regulatory networks, and environmental exposures shape vulnerability and resilience to psychiatric disorders. Unlike traditional static gene-disease models, RGS emphasizes the temporal accumulation of genomic adaptations, revealing how recursive molecular processes can produce emergent cognitive, emotional, and behavioral traits. By integrating genomic dynamics with developmental and environmental context, RGS offers a predictive, mechanistic lens linking molecular change to mental health outcomes, opening avenues for precision interventions and anticipatory therapeutics.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cognitive Abilities and Testing
Epigenetics and DNA Methylation
Genetic Associations and Epidemiology
Publication details
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint