At a typical pediatric visit, parents and clinicians examine where a child falls on growth charts that compare their height and weight to national averages.

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Children whose parents experienced chronic stress during their ages 3-5 show measurable differences in prefrontal cortex development compared to peers whose parents experienced lower stress during ...

The MIND diet, rich in brain-friendly foods, may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia. Leafy greens, eggs and salmon may help support memory and general brain function. Blueberries, lamb and ...

“Our findings suggest that enhancing green space access in urban environments may support early childhood neurodevelopment ...

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When we support caregivers, we build the future one conversation, one playful interaction, one child at a time ...

We’re in the dog days of summer, and for some families, it means juggling schedules to send kids to camp. As hectic as all ...

And prolonged exposure to such hormones can result in what is known as “ toxic stress.” Minimizing exposure to toxic stress in the first 1,000 days is crucial for healthy brain development.

Stimulating the vagus nerve with a device attached to the outer ear can help make compassion meditation training more ...

Over time, these changes make it harder to think clearly, regulate emotions and maintain focus. This explains the "brain fog" experienced after periods of work-induced stress.

Is your brain aging faster than your chronological age? New research shows it could raise your risk of death and dementia ...