New research has revealed that birds, reptiles, and mammals have developed complex brain circuits independently, despite sharing a common ancestor. These findings challenge the traditional view of ...

Stressful or traumatic experiences in childhood have been shown to negatively impact an individual's health as an adult.

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A new study from Oregon Health & Science University is the first to suggest that binaural pitch fusion—a process that ...

If you lacked intellectual stimulation as a kid, you might have learned to keep quiet rather than risk looking foolish. Maybe ...

Researchers have discovered a new type of neuron that plays a fundamental role in recognition memory -- how the brain registers the difference between new and familiar objects and forms long-term ...

For about 60 years, the prevailing wisdom in Japan, so-called "Three-Year-Old Myth," has held that children should be raised at home by their mothers until the age of three for healthy development.

The Learning Tree, a tiny, nonprofit early childhood education center in Eagle, achieved the state’s highest ranking for quality child care centers this year: Colorado Shines Level 5. It’s an ...

We asked experts what parents should know about how sleep impacts infant development and how to establish routines.