Nov 7, 2025 12:34 AM
https://theconversation.com/hundreds-of-...men-266352
INTRO: Differences between men and women in intelligence and behaviour have been proposed and disputed for decades.
Now, a growing body of scientific evidence shows hundreds of genes act differently in the brains of biologically male or female humans. What this means isn’t yet clear, though some of the genes may be linked to sex-biased brain disorders such as Alheizmer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
These sex differences between male and female brains are established early in development, so they may have a role in shaping brain development. And they are found not only in humans but also in other primates, implying they are ancient... (MORE - details)
INTRO: Differences between men and women in intelligence and behaviour have been proposed and disputed for decades.
Now, a growing body of scientific evidence shows hundreds of genes act differently in the brains of biologically male or female humans. What this means isn’t yet clear, though some of the genes may be linked to sex-biased brain disorders such as Alheizmer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
These sex differences between male and female brains are established early in development, so they may have a role in shaping brain development. And they are found not only in humans but also in other primates, implying they are ancient... (MORE - details)