Children with Chronic Lack of Sleep at Increased Risk of Psychosis in Early Adulthood Summary Children who consistently experience insufficient sleep from infancy through early childhood are significantly more likely to develop psychosis as young adults, according to a recent study from the University of Birmingham. The research, which analyzed data from the Avon Longitudinal … Read more
Scientists Create Atlas of Early Brain Development Cutting-edge Research Offers Insights into Brain Tumors and Human Development A ground-breaking study conducted by researchers from Karolinska Institutet has resulted in the creation of a detailed atlas highlighting the genetic development of the brain during the early stages of embryonic growth. This significant achievement represents a comprehensive … Read more
Study Shows Potential Benefits of Omega-3 Supplements on Children’s Behavior and Mental Wellbeing Study Shows Potential Benefits of Omega-3 Supplements on Children’s Behavior and Mental Wellbeing Researchers from Swansea University are conducting a pioneering study to explore the impact of omega-3 supplements on children’s behavior, mood, and mental health. The study aims to assess whether … Read more
A Revolutionary Brain Mapping Method Unveils Cellular Insights A groundbreaking study utilizing a revolutionary brain mapping methodology, named BARseq, has shed new light on the intricate cellular architecture of our brains. This cutting-edge technique has enabled researchers to swiftly classify and map millions of neurons across multiple mouse brains, offering unprecedented insights into the unique … Read more
A Unified Framework Connects Low Socioeconomic Status to Adverse Effects on Brain Development and Behavior Recent research has shown that individuals from low socioeconomic status (SES) backgrounds experience significant challenges regarding brain development, behavior, and cognitive outcomes, according to a new review published in the esteemed journal, Reviews in the Neurosciences. Understanding the Link Between … Read more
Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Study Reveals Genetic Underpinnings of Autism Spectrum Disorder Researchers have made significant strides in understanding the genetic underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a recent study. By studying mice with a frameshift mutation in the KMT2C gene, … Read more
Children from Racial and Ethnic Minority Groups at Higher Risk of Chronic Insomnia, Study Shows Children and teens from racial and ethnic minority groups, especially Black children, are more likely to suffer from insomnia that begins in childhood and persists into adulthood. The study underscores the chronic nature of insomnia symptoms starting from a young … Read more
Infants’ Disturbed Gut Flora Linked to Autism and ADHD Later in Life Gut Flora Composition in Infants Linked to Neurodevelopmental Disorders Disturbances in gut flora during infancy are linked to the later development of neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD, according to a recent study led by researchers at Linköping University and the University of … Read more
Infant Gut Microbiomes Develop Circadian Rhythms, Diet Plays Secondary Role Summary Infant gut microbiomes develop circadian rhythms as early as two weeks after birth, becoming more distinct with age, according to a recent study. The research demonstrates that dietary differences, such as breastfeeding versus formula feeding, have minimal impact on these microbiome patterns compared to … Read more
Neuroscience Study Reveals Profound Impact of Childhood Trauma on Brain Development Neuroscience Study Reveals Profound Impact of Childhood Trauma on Brain Development Summary Researchers have uncovered significant disruptions in neural networks critical for self-awareness and problem-solving, shedding light on the profound effects of childhood trauma on brain development. By leveraging AI to analyze brain scans, … Read more