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Epigenetics and Early Life Origins of Chronic Noncommunicable Diseases
Journal of Adolescent HealthVol. 52Issue 2SupplementS14–S21Published in issue: February, 2013- Guoying Wang
- Sheila O. Walker
- Xiumei Hong
- Tami R. Bartell
- Xiaobin Wang
Cited in Scopus: 41In light of the increasing threats of chronic noncommunicable diseases in developing countries, the growing recognition of the early life origins of chronic disease, and innovative breakthroughs in biomedical research and technology, it is imperative that we harness cutting-edge data to improve health promotion and maintenance. It is well recognized that chronic diseases are complex traits affected by a wide range of environmental and genetic factors; however, the role of epigenetic factors, particularly with regard to early life origins, remains largely unexplored. - Review articleOpen Access
Biological Contributions to Addictions in Adolescents and Adults: Prevention, Treatment, and Policy Implications
Journal of Adolescent HealthVol. 52Issue 2SupplementS22–S32Published in issue: February, 2013- Marc N. Potenza
Cited in Scopus: 47Despite significant advances in our understanding of the biological bases of addictions, these disorders continue to represent a huge public health burden that is associated with substantial personal suffering. Efforts to target addictions require consideration of how the improved biological understanding of addictions may lead to improved prevention, treatment, and policy initiatives.
