Educational technologies are increasingly embedded in early childhood learning environments, from preschool through the first years of primary school and ...

The average number of children per family in the United States has fallen dramatically, from seven in 1800 to fewer than two in 2018. That’s good news for kids’ cognitive development, suggests a ...

Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is important for boosting cognition and mental well-being. Good brain health at this age is directly linked to better mental heath, ...

Research on infant thinking suggests that babies are more complex thinkers than was once believed. There is now evidence that, by the end of their first year, children are capable of logical reasoning ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

Breathing indoor air pollution during childhood tends to be linked to worse memory in older adulthood. A new study suggests that improving access to clean energy early in life might help protect the ...

Sensory play is more than just fun and games. It's a vital component of childhood development. The rich neural pathways formed through sensory play facilitate learning and growth in all children, ...

Fluoride has long been the subject of conspiracy theories. In the 1950s, some believed its presence in US tap water was a communist plot to undermine America (famously satirised in the film Dr.

Disney’s two Inside Out films make emotions the personified stars of child development. The Inside Out series focuses on the emotional life of Riley, who we first meet as a happy hockey-loving child.