Phthalate exposure linked to less-masculine play by boys

Science Daily | Nov. 15, 2009 (News Report)

A study of 145 preschool children reports, for the first time, that when the concentrations of two common phthalates in mothers' prenatal urine are elevated their sons are less likely to play with male-typical toys and games, such as trucks and play fighting. Full Story »

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Posted by: Posted by Ryan Jefferson - Nov 17, 2009 - 8:53 AM PST
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Edited by: Fabrice Florin - Nov 18, 2009 - 10:04 AM PST

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