Brain anatomy changes with maturation to adolescence
In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers piece together a road map of typical brain development in children during a critical window of maturation.
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Impostor syndrome is more common than you think; Study finds best way to cope with it
A new study from researchers reveals that perceptions of impostorism are quite common both in the workplace and the classroom and uncovers one of the best ways to cope with such feelings: seeking social support from those outside their academic program.
Read moreLearning to read boosts the visual brain
How does learning to read change our brain? Does reading take up brain space dedicated to seeing objects such as faces, tools or houses? In a functional brain imaging study, a research team compared literate and illiterate adults in India. Reading recycles a brain region that is already sensitive to evolutionarily older visual categories, enhancing rather than destroying sensitivity to other visual input.
Read moreFast MRIs offer alternative to CT scans for pediatric head injuries
Researchers have released a study that shows that a new imaging method 'fast MRI' is effective in identifying traumatic brain injuries in children, and can avoid exposure to ionizing radiation and anesthesia.
Read moreGenetically tailored instruction improves songbird learning
A new study conducted in songbirds demonstrates that what at first appear to be genetic constraints on birds' song learning abilities could be largely eliminated by tailoring instruction to better match the birds' inborn predispositions.
Read moreDevelopmental psychology: One good turn deserves another
Five-year-olds enforce reciprocal behavior in social interactions. A study shows that children come to recognize reciprocity as a norm between the ages of 3 and 5.
Read moreCultural outreach prevents social exclusion
There lies untapped potential in arts education among children and teenagers who are in danger of being marginalized later in life, according to a new policy brief.
Read moreEmphasizing social play in kindergarten improves academics, reduces teacher burnout
Emphasizing more play, hands-on learning, and students helping one another in kindergarten improves academic outcomes, self-control and attention regulation, finds new UBC research.
Read moreSocial isolation derails brain development in mice
Female mice housed alone during adolescence show atypical development of the prefrontal cortex and resort to habitual behavior in adulthood, according to new research. These findings show how social isolation could lead to an over-reliance on habit-like behaviors that are associated with addiction and obesity.
Read moreNew algorithm can distinguish cyberbullies from normal Twitter users with 90% accuracy
Researchers have developed machine learning algorithms which can successfully identify bullies and aggressors on Twitter with 90 percent accuracy.
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