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Long-term Effects of Allostatic Load
Accumulated stress (allostatic load) can affect a person's long-term health, especially if it occurs while young. This can effect people physically and mentally. As such, many epigenetic changes are attributed to this phenomena.
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Example of Epigenetics in Identical Twins
Two genetically identical mice are raised in different environments. Mouse A is raised in a standard, quiet cage. Mouse B is raised in an 'enriched' environment with toys, social interaction, and regular exercise. As adults, Mouse B shows significantly lower levels of anxiety-related behaviors and better memory performance than Mouse A, despite having the exact same DNA sequence. Which of the following principles best explains this difference in outcomes?
Comparison of Epigenetics and Range of Reaction