Premature Brains Develop Differently in Boys and Girls
A new study reports the brains of baby boys born prematurely are affected differently and more severely than premature females.... Read More...
developmental neuroscience
Household Cleaners May Contribute to Obesity in Kids By Altering the Gut Microbiome
Antibacterial cleaning products have the ability to alter the gut microbiome, increasing the risk for obesity in children, researchers report. ... Read More...
Drumming Helps School Children with Autism
According to researchers, drumming for an hour a week helps improve learning at school for children on the autism spectrum. The study reports drumming not only improves dexterity, rhythm and timing for those with ASD, it also helps improve concentration and enhances communication with peers. ... Read More...
ADHD May Increase Parkinson’s Risk
A new study reports those with ADHD are at an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease. The study reveals people with ADHD are twice as likely to develop early onset Parkinson's between the ages of 21-66. Additionally, those who are prescribed stimulant medications to help reduce ADHD symptoms, including Ritalin and Adderal, are at a 6-8 times increased risk of developing Parkinson's.... Read More...
Immune Cells Play Key Role in Determining Male or Female Characteristics in Developing Brain
A new study reports mast cells play a key role in determining sex differences in the developing brain. ... Read More...
Quality Early Learning is Good for Children of All Backgrounds
Researchers report children who attend early childhood education programs between the ages of 2 and 4 have better cognitive and developmental socio-emotional advantages than those who did not attend. This was true, researchers said, regardless of the socioeconomic background the children came from.... Read More...
Toddlers Prefer Winners, But Avoid Those Who Win by Force
By the age of 18 months, toddlers prefer individuals others yield to, researchers say. The study suggests this preference may be rooted deep in human nature and may have evolved because being close to those in power provides people with better access to resources, territory and mates.... Read More...
Family Genes Vital for Understanding Autism Progression
Researchers report the total amount of rare genetic mutations in a person's genome can explain why those with a disease associated mutation can have vastly different symptoms. ... Read More...
Alzheimer’s Risk Gene May Aggravate Neurological Air Pollution Effects in Children
According to researchers, children who carry the APOE4 gene and who are exposed to air pollution have higher behavior problem scores and their attention capacity was slower to develop.... Read More...
Common Pesticide Inhibits Brain Development: Frog Study
A new study reveals pesticide chlorpyrifos have clear impact on brain development in Northern Leopard frogs.... Read More...
Genes are Key to Academic Success
A new study reports genetic factors count for about 70% of stable academic achievement throughout schooling.... Read More...
What’s Your First Memory? Did It Ever Really Happen?
What is the earliest memory you can recall? How sure are you the event really happened? Researchers say our earliest memories are more likely to be fictional.... Read More...