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·September 14, 2015·4 min read

Maternal Identity Linked to Mom’s Relationship with Dad

According to a new study, a mother's sense of maternal identity is closely linked to the relationship she has with the father both during and after pregnancy.

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·September 9, 2015·5 min read

Poor Motor Skills in Toddlers Could Indicate Problems with Math Proficiency

Researchers discover toddlers with poor motor function also exhibit poor math skills. The findings could help educators to identify children who may require extra math help.

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Featured Psychology

·September 8, 2015·3 min read

Not So Irrational After All: Teens More Economically Rational than Young Adults

According to a new study, adolescents between the ages of 10 and 16 are more analytical about economic choices than slightly older young adults.

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Featured Neuroscience

·September 8, 2015·5 min read

Studying Body Maps in Infant Brains

New research could provide crucial information about how babies develop a sense of their physical selves.

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Featured Genetics

·September 8, 2015·4 min read

Stem Cell Derived ‘Mini Brains’ Reveal Potential Drug Treatment for Rare Disease

Researchers have identified a drug candidate which appears to suppress a critical genetic alteration in dysfunctional cells.

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Featured Genetics

·September 7, 2015·5 min read

Tree of Life Study Unveils Inner Workings of a Cell

Researchers create protein map to reveal which proteins work together in a cell.

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Autism Featured Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 4, 2015·6 min read

Gender Differences in Brain Structure and Behavior in Autism

According to a new study, girls with autism display less repetitive behaviors than boys. Additionally, researchers have discovered differences in brain structures between boys and girls with autism which may help explain this discrepancy.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·September 4, 2015·3 min read

Switching Thinking About Cognitive Flexibility

A new study proposes a model that underlies the neural mechanisms of cognitive flexibility.

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Autism Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 4, 2015·6 min read

New Genetic Testing Methods May Be Helpful For Children with Suspected Autism

A new study reports the use of two new genetic testing technologies among children with autism may help identify genetic mutations potentially linked to the disorder.