The claim that the brain, and particularly the frontal lobe, finishes developing at 25 is far less solid than social media ...

This schematic outlines their analytical framework. The approach involves creating a validated developmental atlas of the dorsal prefrontal cortex from structural connectivity, then using these ...

Macaques are often studied because their brains share many similarities with human brains. However, this study revealed an ...

Humans possess a remarkable balance between stability and flexibility, enabling them to quickly establish new plans and ...

Hormonal contraceptives taken by adolescents may influence development of the brain in a way that alters the recognition of risks, a new study in rats suggests. Hormonal contraceptives taken by ...

Researchers find that altered Homer1 gene signaling quiets brain activity and improves attention in mice, raising new ...

During adolescence, the teen brain goes through dramatic changes which scientists are just beginning to better understand. For parents, teachers, and anyone who cares for a teenager—it is often ...

A new study published in Nature Communications provides direct evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy can impact a child's brain development and contribute to the risk of mental health ...