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·June 19, 2018·5 min read

Success of Blood Test for Autism Affirmed

Researchers have developed a new algorithm that uses data based on metabolites in blood samples to successfully predict if a child is on the autism spectrum.

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·June 18, 2018·6 min read

How the Brain’s “Reward Circuit” Plays a Key Role in Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder

A new meta-analysis of neuroimaging data reveals people with ASD process social and nonsocial rewards differently than those without an autism diagnosis.

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·June 16, 2018·6 min read

How Intensive Instruction Changes Brain Circuitry in Struggling Readers

Eight weeks of specialized tutoring helps strengthen white matter connections in those with dyslexia, helping to improve reading performance, researchers say.

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·June 15, 2018·4 min read

Brain Matures Faster Due to Childhood Stress

Childhood stress accelerates maturation of the prefrontal cortex, amygdala and hippocampus, a new study reveals.

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·June 13, 2018·4 min read

High Saturated Fat Diet Linked to Poor Stress Coping Skills in Adolescents

Researchers report high fat diets in teens is associated with poor stress coping skills later in life.

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·June 13, 2018·3 min read

Possible Marker Found to Predict Long Term Learning

Researchers have identified a possible neurological biomarker for long term learning. The brain wave biomarker could allow educators to attempt new educational techniques to improve long term learning by measuring the results via EEG testing.

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·June 12, 2018·2 min read

Music Playschool Enhances Children’s Linguistic Skills

Incorporating musical lessons into preschool classes can significantly help to improve children's linguistic skills, researchers report.

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·June 12, 2018·4 min read

Mother’s Attitude Towards Baby During Pregnancy May Have Implications for Child’s Development

A new study reports mothers who feel more connected with their baby during pregnancy are more likely to have positive interactions with the infant when it is born. This can have a positive effect on the child's development.

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·June 11, 2018·4 min read

Parental Criticism Impacts How Children’s Brains Respond to Emotional Information

A new study reveals children show less attention to emotional facial expressions if their parents are highly critical.

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·June 8, 2018·5 min read

The Making of a Brain

A new study provides novel insight into the development of the mammalian cerebral cortex.

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·June 8, 2018·4 min read

Role Schizophrenia Genes Play in Brain Development Discovered

A new USC study reports researchers have discovered 150 proteins that affect brain development and cell activity, contributing to the development of mental health disorders.

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·June 5, 2018·5 min read

When it Comes to Recess, a Quality Playground Experience Matters

A new study reveals the quality of the playground experience during recess can have significant impact on a child's emotional well being, behavior and cognition.