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  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Biology
  • Human Anatomy

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  • Adolescence is a critical developmental phase between childhood and adulthood.
  • Puberty, a period of sexual maturation, involves significant hormonal changes.
  • Previous research primarily focused on age-related neurodevelopment, often overlooking pubertal influences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies on human brain development during puberty.
  • To investigate how pubertal maturation influences age-related neurodevelopmental patterns.
  • To elucidate sex- and individual-based differences in brain development.

Main Methods:

  • Review of structural magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) studies.
  • Analysis of neurodevelopmental patterns in relation to pubertal maturation.
  • Consideration of sex hormones' effects on the brain.

Main Results:

  • Pubertal maturation is a key factor in understanding human brain development.
  • Significant sex- and individual-based differences emerge during this period.
  • Hormonal influences extend beyond prenatal development into puberty.

Conclusions:

  • Pubertal maturation is essential for a comprehensive understanding of neurodevelopment.
  • Future research must integrate pubertal status to accurately interpret brain development.
  • Addressing challenges in this field is vital for advancing neuroscience.