During childhood, the brain experiences rapid growth, increasing in size while simultaneously pruning excess connections between neurons, known as synapses. This period can be likened to a child ...

Recent research suggests that the human brain may not fully reach adulthood until the age of 30, a finding that challenges long-held beliefs about brain development. This article delves into the five ...

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, USA – July 8, 2025 – Genomic Press today published in Genomic Psychiatry an in-depth interview with Dr. Xuyu Qian, Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania ...

In a comprehensive Genomic Press research article, scientists have uncovered remarkable insights into how the earliest brain connections shape infant emotional development, potentially offering new ...

Scientists identified cellular metabolism and energy signaling as a central factor connecting genetic and environmental ...

Researchers at the NIHR Manchester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) and the University of Manchester have identified a group of previously unknown genetic disorders linked to neurodevelopmental ...

Long screen time raises more ADHD symptoms in children, affecting the brain development. Screen time control is essential for better cognition.

New research has made a striking link between a mother’s exposure to “forever chemicals” during pregnancy and the shape of her child’s brain at age five. The findings offer no conclusion as to whether ...

A developmental sign in early childhood could help to flag the future likelihood of ADHD—and ensure the right support is given at the right time. Brain wiring at this stage of life could lay the ...