Researchers at WashU find that the benefits of parenting on a newborn’s language and cognition are limited if a family’s basic needs, like food or housing, are lacking.
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Breast milk linked to significant early brain growth in preemies (Links to an external site)
Preemies fed mostly breast milk had larger brains by their due dates than those who consumed small amounts or none
Early signs of anxiety, depression may be evident in newborns (Links to an external site)
Brain scans may indicate clues to later problems
Science Matters: Child Psychiatrist, Cynthia Rogers, MD (Links to an external site)
A baby’s autism diagnosis inspires child psychiatrist Cynthia Rogers, MD, to better understand preemies’ brains. #ScienceMatters
Weak Brain Connections May Link Premature Birth And Later Di- … (Links to an external site)
Premature birth appears to weaken brain connections (Links to an external site)
Early intervention may improve outcomes