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·October 12, 2026·5 min read

Key Brain Circuit Linked to Teen Anxiety Identified

Brain scans of 3,500 teens link anxiety to disrupted circuits connecting the amygdala, thalamus, and cerebellum, detectable by ages 11–12.

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·May 13, 2026·9 min read

Genetic Risk for Schizophrenia Diverges Brain Growth in Teens

A longitudinal study of over 6,000 children has found that those with high genetic risk for schizophrenia experience a decrease in frontal brain surface area during early adolescence, while their peers experience growth. This unique, dynamic divergence provides a new neuroimaging marker for schizophrenia that appears years before clinical symptoms, offering a vital clue for early intervention.

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·February 20, 2026·8 min read

Teen Cannabis Use Doubles Psychosis and Bipolar Risk

One hit could have a two-year countdown. New research confirms that teen cannabis use doubles the risk of severe psychiatric disorders in young adulthood.