Genes with Large Effect on Head and Brain Size Discovered
Researchers report genetic influences on head circumference remain stable during development and are correlated with genetic factors which contribute to intracranial volume.... Read More...
developmental neuroscience
Youthful Cognitive Ability Predicts Mental Capacity Later in Life
A new study reports your general cognitive ability as a young adult may be a strong predictor of your cognitive function later in life. Researchers report other factors, such as education level and intellectual activities only play a minor role in age related cognitive function.
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Study Reveals ‘Inhibition’ Theory of Autism is Wrong
A new study challenges the long held theory that neurons in the brains of those with autism receive too little inhibition or too much excitation. Researchers report inhibition does not actually decrease in the brains of mice with ASD. Instead, researchers say, the altered balance may be a compensatory mechanism that helps to stabilize brain activity in response to the disorder.... Read More...
Telling Stories Using Rhythmic Gesture Helps Children Improve Oral Skills
Researchers report using rhythmic movements while speaking helps to improve speech skills in children. ... Read More...
No Link Between Bilingualism in Children and More Focus
Contrary to popular belief, bilingual children do not have an advantage over monolingual children when it comes to attention and executive function, a new study reports.... Read More...
Wearable Sensor Could Detect Hidden Anxiety and Depression in Young Children
Researchers combine a newly developed wearable motion sensor with deep learning technology to distinguish between children with anxiety or depression, and those without.... Read More...
Wired for Obesity: Genes Involved in Development Can Affect Body Weight
Study reveals people with obesity have more mutations in semaphorin signaling in the hypothalamus, implying semaphorins may be critical for maintaining a healthy body weight.... Read More...
Difficulties with Audiovisual Processing Contributes to Childhood Dyslexia
A new neuroimaging study reveals tasks that require audiovisual processing are extremely difficult for children with dyslexia. The findings could lead to new tests that help identify the disorder before children fall behind their peers.... Read More...
Schizophrenia Linked to Genetic Structural Abnormalities in Adolescent Brain
Researchers report a genetic mutation that causes structural abnormalities in the adolescent brain may predict an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life.... Read More...
Teen Brain Volume Changes with Small Amount of Cannabis Use
Even small amounts of cannabis use in teens can alter gray matter volume in the brain, a new study reports. Researchers report those exposed to cannabis had more gray matter volume in the amygdala and hippocampus, areas of the brain linked to emotional processes and memory development.... Read More...
Gut Microbes From Healthy Infants Block Milk Allergy Development: Mouse Study
Researchers report infants who are allergic to cow milk have a different composition of gut microbes than those who are not allergic to the milk. Transplanting gut microbes from those with no allergies helped to protect against potentially life threatening reactions. The study suggests gut microbes impact the host's immune system and play a critical role in regulating allergic responses to food.... Read More...
Recalling Happy Memories During Adolescence Can Reduce Depression Risk
Researchers report recalling specific positive memories from an earlier point in life was associated with fewer negative self-related thoughts and lower cortisol levels 12 months later. The study suggests recalling specific positive memories reduced vulnerability to depression over the course of one year.... Read More...