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Page: << Prev | 1 | 2 The findings show that hormonal changes in early pregnancy, as well as changes in maternal behavior caused by these hormonal shifts, can alter brain development in the offspring and delay puberty, Larsen said.
Further research may show a similar mechanism occurs in humans.
"Finding the hormonal mechanisms that trigger the timing of puberty in mice may help identify potential targets for the prevention and treatment of delayed or early puberty in humans," she said.
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Late puberty in humans is linked to shorter height and psychological problems, according to the study.
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