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Epigenetic Signatures Reveal Biological Embedding of the Early-Life Environment Two Decades after Exposure to Adversity

2026-01-30 psychiatry and clinical psychology Title + abstract only
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IntroductionEarly-life adversity (ELA) encompasses a range of environmental stressors, including physical, emotional, and social challenges that can affect health during the critical early developmental period. Extensive research has linked ELA to negative long-term health outcomes, yet the underlying biological mechanisms remain poorly understood. The current study investigates how early institutional care changes the epigenetic landscape in young adults. The study also provides insights into r...

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