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Cherries

Study identifies gene changes that influence timing of sexual behaviour

18 Apr 2016

A study of over 380,000 people, published today in the journal Nature Genetics , has identified gene differences that influence the age of puberty...

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Brain mapping of teenagers

Scientists explore the inner workings of the teenage brain

15 May 2013

New study to reveal what happens to the human brain as we mature; research will also provide insight into the development of mental disorders

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Where Angels Cry

Scientists identify depression and anxiety biomarker in youths

28 Nov 2012

Test could be used as an inexpensive screening tool to facilitate early intervention.

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Hoodies

Morality prevents crime

25 Jun 2012

A landmark study of criminal activity in teenagers indicates that some never see crime as a course of action while others are vulnerable to...

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MRI brain scan highlights the insula, one of the areas of the brain that is reduced in volume in subjects with Conduct Disorder.

Scans reveal differences in brain structure of antisocial teens

01 Apr 2011

Brain scans of teenage boys with severe antisocial behaviour have revealed differences in the structure of the developing brain.

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