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Colorado Twin Registry.

Sally-Ann Rhea1, Andy A Gross, Brett C Haberstick

  • 1Institute for Behavioral Genetics, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO, USA.

Twin Research and Human Genetics : the Official Journal of the International Society for Twin Studies
|January 27, 2007
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The Colorado Twin Registry (CTR) is a valuable population-based resource for behavioral genetics research. It supports studies on cognition, reading, and substance abuse vulnerability using diverse twin samples.

Area of Science:

  • Behavioral Genetics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Population Health

Background:

  • The Colorado Twin Registry (CTR) is a population-based registry established at the Institute for Behavioral Genetics.
  • It houses multiple samples, including the Community Twin Sample, Infant Twin Sample, Longitudinal Twin Sample, and Early Reading Development Sample.
  • The registry has been recruiting subjects since 1968.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the structure, recruitment, and characteristics of the Colorado Twin Registry (CTR).
  • To highlight the diverse research applications of the CTR, including studies on cognition, reading, and behavioral outcomes.
  • To present the CTR as a valuable and representative resource for twin research.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed explanation of enrollment criteria, recruitment strategies, and demographic information for each of the four CTR samples.

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  • Description of zygosity assignment procedures.
  • Overview of 8 specific research studies conducted using CTR participants, including their goals and measures.

    • Main Results:

    • The CTR comprises four distinct samples, providing a diverse cohort for research.
    • Participants have been involved in studies examining early cognition, reading ability, executive function, substance abuse vulnerability, and antisocial behavior.
    • The registry is a valuable resource, relatively representative of the population from which it was drawn.

    Conclusions:

    • The Colorado Twin Registry (CTR) is a well-established and multifaceted resource for behavioral genetics and developmental research.
    • Its diverse samples and ongoing research contribute significantly to understanding complex human behaviors and vulnerabilities.
    • The CTR continues to evolve, demonstrating its long-term value in scientific inquiry.