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| January 23, 2006 | COPYRIGHT 2005 United Press International. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: JULIA WATSON

A week after we learned the effect a lack of omega-3 fatty acids can have on mental health, another study has come out confirming the impact of eating fish -- a rich source of omega-3s -- on brain function and social behavior.

The new report -- based on data gathered from a 15-year study that examined 14,000 expectant mothers and their children -- concluded that omega-3s are crucial to a child's developing intelligence, fine-motor skills and behavior. The study, presented at a scientific meeting in London organized by the Institute of Brain Chemistry and Human Nutrition, was by Dr. Joseph Hibbeln from the U.S. National Institutes and Dr.…

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