FeaturedPsychology·October 30, 2013·2 min readHow Video Games Like Super Mario Can Benefit the BrainPlaying video games causes increases in brain regions responsible for memory formation and strategic planning, researchers have discovered. The findings could prove relevant in developing new therapeutic interventions for psychiatric illnesses.Read More
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FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·January 2, 2017·4 min readDelays in Child Development Linked to Parental ObesityAccording to a new study, children of obese parents may face neurodevelopmental delays.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 13, 2016·5 min readTouchscreens May Boost Motor Skills in ToddlersAccording to a new study, the use of touchscreens by toddlers is linked to an increase in fine motor control.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 8, 2018·4 min readAutism Genetics Study Calls Attention to Motor Skills and General Cognitive ImpairmentA new study of the genetic factors associated with ASD draws attention to the impact autism can have on motor skills and cognitive function.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·July 26, 2016·4 min readWhat’s Going On When Babies Twitch in Their Sleep?According to researchers, sleep twitches in babies could be linked to sensorimotor development.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 9, 2013·4 min readBalancing Old and New SkillsA new computational model explains how the brain can learn new tasks while remembering what it has already learned.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 12, 2019·3 min readMore is Better When Coordinating with OthersAccording to researchers, physical coordination is more beneficial in larger groups. The findings could help improve current physical rehabilitation techniques by training patients in groups to improve movement skills.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·November 16, 2017·6 min readHow the Songbird Changes Its TuneA new study reveals two different brain areas interact to help finches know when and how to tailor their songs for specific situations.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 17, 2013·3 min readBrain Chemical Ratios Help Predict Developmental Delays in Preterm InfantsA new study identifies a possible biomarker for predicting whether preterm infants are at risk for developing motor developmental problems.Read More
