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Image shows a cross section of the sensory epithelium of the developing inner ear in a mouse.

·November 27, 2015·6 min read

How Cells in the Developing Ear Practice Hearing

Researchers have discovered a molecular chain of events that enable cells in the inner ear to practice processing sounds during development.

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·November 20, 2015·11 min read

Early Exposure to Toxic Stress Linked to Later Behavioral Problems

Children who face toxic stress early in life are more likely to experience behavioral difficulties and health problems as adults, a new paper reports.

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·November 20, 2015·3 min read

Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy Doesn’t Harm Baby’s IQ

Prenatal caffeine consumption does not reduce IQ or increase behavioral problems in the offspring, researchers report.

Image shows a section of a mouse spinal cord.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·November 19, 2015·4 min read

How Neurons Find Their Way in the Developing Brain

Researchers have discovered a molecule secreted by cells in the spinal cord that help guide axons during the development of the central nervous system.

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·November 19, 2015·3 min read

Can a Raisin Predict Your Toddler’s Future Academic Ability?

A simple test using a raisin can help predict future academic performance in toddlers.

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·November 18, 2015·4 min read

A Master Switch for Brain Development

A new study reveals a complex regulatory mechanism that explains how a single gene can drive the formation of brain cells.

Cartoon of a young girl looking at Facebook on a cell phone.

Featured Psychology

·November 18, 2015·4 min read

Stressful Networking: Being Popular on Facebook Increases Cortisol in Teens

Teens with more than 300 Facebook friends have higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol, while those who act supportive of others on the social network have decreased cortisol levels, a new study reports.

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·November 18, 2015·5 min read

Infants Capable of Logical Reasoning Before the Age of One

According to researchers, at 10 months of age, babies are capable of deductive problem solving.

Photo of baby girl decorations from a baby shower.

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·November 17, 2015·4 min read

Daughters of Older Moms More Prone to Depression

A new study reports daughters born to mothers in their 30's are more prone to depression than those born to younger moms.

Diagram shows a mom and child fighting and making up.

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·November 13, 2015·3 min read

Saying ‘Sorry’ to Kids Mends Relationships, But Doesn’t Heal Hurt

For young children, hearing an apology doesn't help heal hurt feelings, but it does help mend relationships, a new study reports.

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·November 13, 2015·3 min read

Teasing Girls About Weight Has Lasting Impact on Body Image and Eating Behaviors

A new study reports playground teasing about weight has lasting impact on girls' eating habits and body perception.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·November 12, 2015·3 min read

Lead Exposure Impacts Children’s Sleep

According to a new study, early life exposure to lead can increase risk of insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness and other sleep problems in later childhood.