A "foundational" study found that the brains of children with ADHD matured later, but that finding was likely a mirage tied ...

Scientists have uncovered alarming new evidence that a common insecticide may leave lasting marks on the developing brain ...

Communication begins long before children learn to speak. Researchers at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU) in ...

But from the perspective of neuroscience, reading is much more than just entertainment. This is especially true for children and teenagers. In the young brain, reading stimulates specific cognitive ...

AIIMS Delhi warns that excessive early screen time is linked to ASD-like traits and developmental delays. Experts advise no screens under 18 months to protect crucial social and brain development.

America’s young people face a mental health crisis, and adults constantly debate how much to blame phones and social media. A new round of conversation has been spurred by Jonathan Haidt’s book “The ...

It is known that the antiepileptic drug valproate increases the risk of developmental disorders in unborn children. A study ...

New research from UC San Diego sheds light on how cannabis affects youth and their ability to maintain attention, react and retain information.

Though some say weed can improve mood and energy, there are negative effects on cognitive skills — especially in younger ...