brain development
40 Percent of Mental Illnesses Linked to Childhood Maltreatment
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Summary: Up to 40% of prevalent mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse, stem from childhood maltreatment. The study estimates ...
Lack of Sleep in Childhood Linked to Increased Psychosis Risk
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Summary: Children who consistently experience insufficient sleep from infancy through early childhood are significantly more likely to develop psychosis as young adults. ...
Puberty Growth Spurts Linked to Adult Health Risks
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Summary: Researchers uncovered a genetic link between rapid height growth during puberty and increased health risks in adulthood, such as atrial fibrillation, ...
New Genetic Atlas of Brain Development
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Summary: Researchers created an atlas detailing the early genetic development of the brain from weeks 6 to 13 of embryonic growth. This ...
Umbilical Cord Milking Poses No Neurodevelopmental Risks
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Summary: Umbilical cord milking (UCM)—a method of squeezing the umbilical cord towards the infant before clamping—poses no long-term neurodevelopmental risks for newborns. ...
Does Omega 3 Boost Kids’ Mental Health and Behavior?
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Summary: Researchers are conducting a study to explore the impact of omega-3 supplements on children’s behavior, mood, and mental health. Recognizing that ...
Dad’s Gut Bacteria Affects Child’s Health
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Summary: Researchers uncovered a significant link between the gut microbiota of male mice and the health and survival of their offspring. The ...
Loneliness Peaks in Youth and Old Age
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Summary: A new study revealed a U-shaped pattern of loneliness across the lifespan, with higher levels in younger and older adults and ...
How Brain Stem Cells Avoid Identity Conflicts
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Summary: Researchers uncovered a crucial mechanism in brain stem cells that prevents identity conflicts during gene expression, enabling these cells to maintain ...
Positive Childhood Experiences Protect Against Depression in Teens
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Summary: A new study highlights the critical need to restore community support systems for teenagers to enhance mental well-being post-pandemic. The study, ...
