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Why Children May Need Boredom More Than Another Tuition Class: Pediatrician Explains
Research in child development has consistently shown that unstructured play and self-directed activities support healthy cognitive and emotional development
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Scientists Discover The Brain Starts Life 'Too Full' And Then Trims Itself Down
A new study from Austrian researchers suggests the brain begins life with an overly dense and disorganised network of connections, which is then gradually pruned and refined as the animal matures, challenging the long-held idea that the brain is a blank slate at birth.
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Certain Prenatal Medications Can Increase The Risk Of Autism, Finds New Study
The researchers focused on a class of medications called sterol biosynthesis-inhibiting medications, or SBIMs, which are often used to treat conditions like high cholesterol, certain infections, and some respiratory problems.
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Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
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Neuroscience Explains Why Teens Are Vulnerable To Social Media
Neuroscience reveals teen brain development makes them vulnerable to social media addiction and anxiety.
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Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
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Stress During Pregnancy May Cause Brain Defects In Children, Says New Study
In a paper published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, researchers have mapped how stress events during pregnancy can affect the neuroimmune landscape of the developing foetal brain.
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Study Reveals How The Brain Evolves Through Five Distinct Stages
The lead researcher added that the study is the first to identify major phases of how brain wiring changes across a human's lifespan.
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Babies Remember More Than You Think; New Discovery Will Leave You Stunned
A new study uses brain scans to show that babies form memories, but it's still unclear why these memories can't be recalled later in life.
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8 Mental Health Disorders May Stem From The Same Genetic Root, Study Reveals
A US study finds eight psychiatric disorders share genetic roots, offering hope for unified treatment approaches.
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Study Links Extra 15 Minutes Of Sleep To Improved Cognitive Function In Adolescents
A new study involving 3,222 adolescents aged 9-14 found that an extra 15 minutes of sleep per night can improve cognitive functions such as reading, problem-solving, and focus.
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Health Benefits Of Eating Fish Regularly: Tips To Include In Your Diet
In this article, we will explore the top health benefits of fish and provide tips on how to include fish in diet for optimal health.
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Parenting Tips: Try These Mind-Boosting Exercises With Your Baby
Parenting Tips: Here are some effective and simple exercises that can stimulate your baby's brain and nurture their overall development.
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Does Maternal Vitamin D Deficiency Affect Health Of Newborns?
Maternal Health: This article explores how vitamin D deficiency in mothers can impact their babies and why addressing it is vital.
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6 Tips To Support Your Child's Cognitive Development
Simple activities and lifestyle modifications can help nurture your child's brain. Here, we have a list of such activities.
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Why Children May Need Boredom More Than Another Tuition Class: Pediatrician Explains
Research in child development has consistently shown that unstructured play and self-directed activities support healthy cognitive and emotional development
-
Scientists Discover The Brain Starts Life 'Too Full' And Then Trims Itself Down
A new study from Austrian researchers suggests the brain begins life with an overly dense and disorganised network of connections, which is then gradually pruned and refined as the animal matures, challenging the long-held idea that the brain is a blank slate at birth.
-
Certain Prenatal Medications Can Increase The Risk Of Autism, Finds New Study
The researchers focused on a class of medications called sterol biosynthesis-inhibiting medications, or SBIMs, which are often used to treat conditions like high cholesterol, certain infections, and some respiratory problems.
-
Does Maternal Anaemia Affect Foetal Neurodevelopment? Doctor Answers
Anaemia is defined as a decrease in the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, usually due to a decrease in haemoglobin concentration. In pregnancy, it is defined as a haemoglobin of less than 11 gm/dl.
-
Neuroscience Explains Why Teens Are Vulnerable To Social Media
Neuroscience reveals teen brain development makes them vulnerable to social media addiction and anxiety.
-
Higher-Dose Vitamin B12 In Pregnancy Improves Early Cognitive Development In Babies, Finds Study
Vitamin B12 deficiency is common in populations with limited animal source foods and has been linked to delayed infant neurodevelopment and adverse pregnancy outcomes, the study said.
-
Stress During Pregnancy May Cause Brain Defects In Children, Says New Study
In a paper published in the journal Nature Neuroscience, researchers have mapped how stress events during pregnancy can affect the neuroimmune landscape of the developing foetal brain.
-
Study Reveals How The Brain Evolves Through Five Distinct Stages
The lead researcher added that the study is the first to identify major phases of how brain wiring changes across a human's lifespan.
-
Babies Remember More Than You Think; New Discovery Will Leave You Stunned
A new study uses brain scans to show that babies form memories, but it's still unclear why these memories can't be recalled later in life.
-
8 Mental Health Disorders May Stem From The Same Genetic Root, Study Reveals
A US study finds eight psychiatric disorders share genetic roots, offering hope for unified treatment approaches.
-
Study Links Extra 15 Minutes Of Sleep To Improved Cognitive Function In Adolescents
A new study involving 3,222 adolescents aged 9-14 found that an extra 15 minutes of sleep per night can improve cognitive functions such as reading, problem-solving, and focus.
-
Health Benefits Of Eating Fish Regularly: Tips To Include In Your Diet
In this article, we will explore the top health benefits of fish and provide tips on how to include fish in diet for optimal health.
-
Parenting Tips: Try These Mind-Boosting Exercises With Your Baby
Parenting Tips: Here are some effective and simple exercises that can stimulate your baby's brain and nurture their overall development.
-
Does Maternal Vitamin D Deficiency Affect Health Of Newborns?
Maternal Health: This article explores how vitamin D deficiency in mothers can impact their babies and why addressing it is vital.
-
6 Tips To Support Your Child's Cognitive Development
Simple activities and lifestyle modifications can help nurture your child's brain. Here, we have a list of such activities.
