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TED Radio Hour
Life Stages of the Brain
Oct 13, 2023
Neuroscientists Kimberly Noble, Adriana Galván, Sandrine Thuret, and Lisa Mosconi explore how the brain develops and evolves throughout each stage of life. They discuss the rapid development of a child's brain, the impact of technology on brain development, promoting neurogenesis and brain health in adults, and understanding women's brain health and hormonal changes.
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- Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, and addressing income disparities and providing support during this stage can have a meaningful impact on a child's brain development and future success.
- Women's brain health remains an under-researched field, and understanding how hormone changes and reproductive health intersect with brain function is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
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The Brain is Shaped from Birth to Adulthood
From the moment we are born, the world around us begins to shape our brain. In the first few years of life, babies learn to recognize their parents, coo and smile, and start communicating through babbling. Brain growth during this stage primarily involves the development of connections between brain cells. As we grow older, our brain continues to morph and change through adolescence, adulthood, and into our senior years. Our experiences, genetics, hormones, and even diet impact how our brain develops and functions.
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