brain development

A detailed look at children’s brains could reveal how sex and gender differ, a new study says

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Sex and gender are often confused or equated in everyday conversation, and most American adults believe that a person’s sex is determined by the gender assigned at birth. But a new study of nearly 5,000 9- and 10-year-olds found that sex and gender are largely mapped to different parts of the brain. The research provides … Read more

Research shows that young children in childcare centers do not receive adequate nutrition

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In brief: Research shows that young children go hungry in early childhood centers because they are fed food that does not meet nutritional standards, and child care workers feed children their own food. These food problems are in turn linked to conflict and emotional problems during the day. What’s next: Experts are calling for targeted … Read more