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Mixed
Global
Most reviews state the hippocampus is larger in females than in males.
Infact verdict: Mixed (50/100).
The claim that the hippocampus is larger in females than in males is supported by studies when adjusted for total brain size. Without adjusting for brain size, males tend to have a larger hippocampus. The claim holds if brain size is considered, aligning with findings that balance absolute size and proportions.
How is this score determined? →Individual claims
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science
The hippocampus is larger in females than in males.
When adjusted for total brain size, females have a relatively larger hippocampus than males. Without such adjustments, males typically have a larger absolute hippocampal volume. The accuracy of the claim depends on whether brain size adjustments are considered.
