brain development

Brain Space Abnormalities Tied to Autism Risk and Sleep Problems in Infants

Debi Johnson

Summary: Researchers discovered that infants with abnormally enlarged perivascular spaces in their brains have a 2.2 times higher risk of ...

Childhood Brain Growth Linked to Gut Microbiome

Debi Johnson

Summary: A new study uncovers the significant influence of the gut microbiome on cognitive function and brain structure in healthy ...

Infant Brain Study Links Enlarged Brain Spaces to Autism Risk

Debi Johnson

Summary: Researchers uncovered a potential early marker for autism in infants: abnormally enlarged perivascular spaces (PVS) in the brain. The ...

Breastfeeding’s Brain Boost: Mixed Feeding Still Benefits Infants

Debi Johnson

Summary: New research reveals that partial breastfeeding, alongside formula feeding, positively impacts infant brain development. This study, focusing on the ...

Toddlers Who Eat Fish Have Lower Developmental Delay Risks

Debi Johnson

Summary: Introducing fish to toddlers’ diets could reduce their risk of neurodevelopmental delays. The study, involving 142 children, found that ...

Moderate Preterm Birth Linked to Neurodevelopmental Risks

Debi Johnson

Summary: A new study reveals that moderate preterm birth (32-38 weeks) is linked to an increased risk of developmental disorders. ...

Placenta Plays A Key Role in Brain Development

Debi Johnson

Summary: A new study focuses on the placenta’s role in transporting essential biological materials to the fetal brain. The findings ...

Link Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth

Debi Johnson

Summary: A new study reveals a significant association between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and symptoms of muscle dysmorphia in adolescents ...

Link Between Parental Infertility and Autism Risk in Children

Debi Johnson

Summary: A study involving 1.3 million children found that children born to parents with fertility issues have a slightly higher ...

Prenatal Cannabis Exposure Linked to Preterm Birth

Debi Johnson

Summary: A meta-analysis of 57 previous studies with over 12 million infants reveals that prenatal exposure to cannabis increases the ...