Self-inflicted injury, aggression toward others and yelling are common problem behaviors associated with young children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. These actions can result from the child being denied attention ...
Mar 4, 2020
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Older adults may be slower to learn actions and behaviors that benefit themselves, but new research shows they are just as capable as younger people of learning behaviors that benefit others.
Jul 21, 2021
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Learning to avoid negative experiences requires an interplay of two distinct brain circuits, one to interpret "Yikes!" and drive learning, and the other, unexpectedly, to dial in the strength of that memory, a new fruit fly ...
May 14, 2019
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As every teacher will assert, self-regulation is the key to optimal learning; it helps kids tune in, stay focused and be ready to learn. But what if your child isn't wired this way? For many children, self-regulation is hard ...
Apr 1, 2020
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Subtle differences in brain activity may be the key to unlocking the cause of eating disorders and lead to a more proactive approach in tackling the disease.
Feb 11, 2020
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Taking "study drugs" like Adderall without a diagnosis is not only dangerous in itself but can lead to other drug use and a decline in mental health, according to new research from Binghamton University, State University ...
Mar 11, 2024
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The way parents interact with their children during playtime strongly influences the development of spatial skills—a predictor of success in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.
Oct 10, 2023
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that digital storybooks that animate upon a child's vocalization offer beneficial learning opportunities, especially for children with less developed attention regulation.
Dec 19, 2019
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Q: Should my children be a certain age before we adopt a dog or cat?
May 17, 2021
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Positivity can transform the healthcare workplace, according to a professor at Binghamton University, State University of New York.
Mar 4, 2019
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