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. ... Read More...
neurodevelopment
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.... Read More...
Helicopter Parenting May Negatively Affect Emotional Well-Being and Behavior of Children
Researchers report children whose parents are over-controlling, or Helicopter Parents, had poorer emotional and behavioral regulation by the age of 5.... Read More...
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.... Read More...
Brain Matures Faster Due to Childhood Stress
Childhood stress accelerates maturation of the prefrontal cortex, amygdala and hippocampus, a new study reveals.... Read More...
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.... Read More...
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.... Read More...
Music Playschool Enhances Children’s Linguistic Skills
Incorporating musical lessons into preschool classes can significantly help to improve children's linguistic skills, researchers report.... Read More...
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.... Read More...
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.... Read More...
The Making of a Brain
A new study provides novel insight into the development of the mammalian cerebral cortex.... Read More...
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. ... Read More...