A new report warns that AI poses a serious threat to children's cognitive development and emotional well-being.

The preoperational stage occurs between ages 2 and 7, where children engage in pretend play and symbolic thinking. During ...

Researchers at UConn and the University of Minnesota have discovered that there may be more to the "summer slide" phenomenon ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has previously worked in the fields of psychedelic neuroscience and mental health. Benjamin holds a Master's degree ...

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, ...

Sensory play is more than just fun and games. It's a vital component of childhood development. The rich neural pathways formed through sensory play facilitate learning and growth in all children, ...

Cognition holds because difficulty demands patience. What happens when AI no longer requires us to sustain engagement and ...

Exposure to household air pollution from firewood and kerosene cooking can significantly impair children’s cognitive development, raising new concerns about the health and future productivity of ...

Disney’s two Inside Out films make emotions the personified stars of child development. The Inside Out series focuses on the emotional life of Riley, who we first meet as a happy hockey-loving child.