There are four major developmental domains: physical, cognitive, language, and social-emotional. As children grow, they develop skills in all areas. Acquiring and mastering skills in certain domains ...

How does a child's brain develop? Why are the first five years more powerful than most of us ever realize? Check out these ...

In a recent study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, researchers evaluated how fundamental environmental supports, encapsulated as a thrive factor (T-factor), during the first year of life ...

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, ...

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, it is important to understand how students think and learn so as to be able to teach effectively. Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, profoundly impacted ...

Children exposed to high levels of screen time before age two showed changes in brain development that were linked to slower ...

“My 3-year-old doesn’t seem very empathetic. Does this mean something is wrong?” “Someone told me that kids can’t 'do' empathy until age 9. Is that true?” These are examples of the types of questions ...

The best toys do more than entertain—they support brain development, problem-solving, emotional growth, and meaningful ...

Human growth hormone is important in many aspects of growth and development. For children living with growth hormone deficiency, it can involve more than just physical growth differences. Cognitive ...

Professor of Evolutionary Anthropology Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences ...