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The Impact of Social Media on Peer Pressure in Adolescents

Social media has proven to be a double-edged sword, especially in terms of peer pressure amongst adolescents – it is important to acknowledge its benefits, but its dangers cannot be ignored. This article explores how social media impacts today’s youth and how it induces peer pressure through the phenomena of behavioural display, behavioural reinforcement, and the amplification of the social desirability bias.

The Future of Genetic Engineering

This article covers the current progress of genetic editing, and the future of ‘baby-making” or “designer babies”. It also provides an insight into the ethical dilemma and unavoidable exploitation that accompanies the medical advantages of advancement of genetic engineering.

The Link Between Schizophrenia and Neuroplasticity

This paper reviews the connection between schizophrenia and neuroplasticity with a focus on the role drug use plays. In order to further understand this relationship, previous research and experiments were utilized that backed up the claim that a decrease in neuroplasticity leads to an increase in schizophrenic symptoms.

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Cognitive effects of Hemispherectomy on Children and Adolescents: A Review

Disclaimer: This article is a preprint and has not yet undergone peer review. Findings and conclusions are preliminary and subject to revision. Reader discretion is advised. Abstract Hemispherectomy, a surgical procedure where half of the brain is partiallyremoved, completely separated, or disconnected from the other hemisphere, has been used as…

mRNA vaccines

mRNA vaccines are rapidly gaining traction with an abundance of clinical research into their uses for both prevention and treatment. This article provides a general overview of how they work, and their potential to treat cancer.