The researchers focused on the amygdala-medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC ... displayed different patterns of development based on exposure to early stressors. Children from unsafe neighborhoods ...

the prefrontal cortex, shape people’s experiences and social interactions. The discovery of a key molecular mechanism that controls the development of these structures uncovers principles about ...

And as a result, the prefrontal cortex doesn’t have to work very hard. Dr Marci likens this part of the brain to a muscle that you either “use or lose” – and by distracting a child ...

It is crucial to enhance cognitive functioning in children to enhance their decision ... workouts can increase blood flow to the prefrontal cortex – the part of the brain that is responsible ...

The group also investigated the relationship between gut microbiota and development of the brain’s prefrontal cortex among children. The prefrontal cortex, which regulates actions and emotions ...

The growing concerns about social media's impact on children under 16 have led to calls for stricter regulations, as experts ...