What is cognitive development? Expert Dr Samantha Durrant answers parents' questions around this tricky subject, and how it ...

Many think that speaking to oneself is a sign of distraction, but research in psychology shows it's quite the opposite.

Positive psychology is a movement that puts the focus on happiness and thriving rather than problems and mental illness. According to Psychology Today, "Positive psychology is a branch of psychology ...

An empirical longitudinal study tracked the emergence of empathic concern in children. Children exhibit empathic concern at about 18 months. In an LMU study, the facial expressions, gestures, or ...

Research in the area of numerical cognition seeks to understand the cognitive and neural mechanisms that underlie individuals’ ability to perceive, process, and memorise numerical information.

A review of 73 studies suggests that poor nutrition in early childhood may affect intelligence, learning ability, and ...

Applied and developmental psychology integrates knowledge of human growth and change with practical strategies to promote wellbeing across the lifespan. Developmental psychology traces patterns of ...

A new study reveals that perceived loneliness accelerates cognitive decline and shortens lifespan, while isolation does not.

LSUS's Psychology program is offering free developmental and school readiness assessments for children ages 2-6, which are more comprehensive than the screenings provided by pediatricians.