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·May 11, 2016·6 min read

Crosstalk Between Left and Right Hemisphere Is Key to Language Development

Researchers report correct communication between both the right and left hemisphere is critical for the development of advanced language skills.

Image shows the left and right insula highlighed in a brain scan.

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·May 10, 2016·4 min read

Withdrawn Children Display Predictable Brain Activity During Social Interactions

Researchers believe their findings could help to prevent at-risk children from developing anxiety disorders.

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·May 10, 2016·4 min read

Early Life Stress Accelerates Maturation of Key Brain Region in Male Mice

A new study of mice finds early exposure to stress can make specific brain regions mature faster.

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·May 10, 2016·5 min read

Mouse Model of Autism Offers Insights For Human Patients

Researchers have developed a new mouse model of a genetically linked type of autism. The new model helps reveal more about the role of genes and brain changes associated with the disorder.

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·May 5, 2016·4 min read

Tracking Critical Development in the Young Brain

Researchers combine two different imaging techniques to track the rate at which nerve fibers in the developing brain becomes wrapped in myelin.

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·May 4, 2016·3 min read

New Blood Biomarker For Autism Identified

The findings may aid in earlier diagnosis of ASD in children.

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·May 3, 2016·3 min read

Cancer and Autism Share a Remarkable Number of Risk Genes in Common

Researchers have identified more than 40 common genes in cancer and autism disorders.

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·April 30, 2016·3 min read

Breast Milk Linked to Significant Early Brain Growth in Preterm Babies

Preterm babies fed mostly breast milk during the first month of life have more robust brain growth than those fed little or no breast milk, researchers report.

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·April 27, 2016·5 min read

Growing a Cellular Tree With Healthy Branches

Researchers have determined a group of genes associated with neurons help regulate dendrites' growth.

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·April 26, 2016·5 min read

Nurturing During Preschool Years Boosts Child’s Brain Growth

A new study reports steady hippocampal growth in children who have supportive parents in early life.

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·April 25, 2016·3 min read

Music Improves Baby Brain Response to Music and Speech

Researchers report play sessions that include music improved processing of new speech sounds and music in infants.

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·April 25, 2016·6 min read

Measurable Brain Changes Following Head Impacts From a Season of High School Football

Researchers report repeated head injuries suffered by high school football players during a single season results in measurable brain changes, even when no concussion occurred.