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Extremist brains, and expelling traumatic memories

Naked Neuroscience, from the Naked Scientists

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The Genetics of Friendship: Mental Health Influences

This chapter explores research in sociogenomics, revealing how the genetic profiles of adolescents' peers can affect their mental health outcomes, including risks for disorders like anxiety and depression. By analyzing Swedish national data, it highlights the significance of both genetic predispositions and social environments in understanding and addressing mental health issues among youth.

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