How do identical twins develop different personalities?

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Despite having the same genetic makeup, identical twins have their own distinctive personalities. Just how their individuality emerges has remained a bit of a mystery. But now, researchers have found that life experiences affect brain development — and this may help us understand how personalities form.

View the full story here: The Mystery of How Identical Twins Develop Different Personalities

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