When a father supports a toddler’s autonomy, the child is likely to show better executive function at the age of five and so be readier…
The EditorApril 2019
Modern cognitive development theory emphasises relationships, seeing social interaction as the crucible in which children’s cognitive development takes place.
Professor Charlie LewisOctober 2018
Bilingualism supports early cognitive development and protects children from the damaging influence of poverty.
The EditorJune 2018
Children were more likely to have higher executive function if their parents provided constructive support during the puzzle game.
The EditorNovember 2017
Children went to bed later when a crime occurred near their home – on average, 38 minutes later on weekday nights.
The EditorOctober 2017
Infants’ exposure to their mother’s depression predicts poor ability to sustain attention when the child enters school at age six.
The EditorSeptember 2017
A study establishes a link between early experiences and learning and later civic engagement.
The EditorApril 2017
Bilingual children’s brains are more efficient and, later in life, show slower cognitive decline when experiencing ageing and dementia.
Professor Ellen BialystokApril 2017
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