Brain differences between sexes get more pronounced from puberty

Key Points

• Brain differences between sexes become more noticeable starting at puberty, highlighting the impact of hormonal changes.
• Significant shifts in neural structure were observed during this critical developmental period for boys and girls.
• The analysis focuses on neurodevelopment and cognitive abilities influenced by sex and hormones during adolescence.
• Understanding these brain differences may inform approaches to education and mental health support tailored to sex-specific needs.