Nearly 30 years ago, researchers began studying the gene Astn1, which encodes the cell adhesion protein astrotactin 1 in mice, and its role in brain development. During this time, they learned a great ...

Microscope image of a brain organoid derived from human stem cells that contain a mutation associated with autism spectrum disorder. These organoids are providing new insight into neurodevelopmental ...

Children with early or persistent developmental problems in cognitive ability and socioemotional behaviour had four times higher odds of not passing their exams as adolescents than those without such ...

Dr. Paul Lipkin specializes in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, where he directs medical outpatient services.

Advocates for Children of New York estimated that roughly 3,000 to 6,000 kids "fell off the radar" after city agencies and schools closed their doors as the COVID-19 crisis swept through the city.

Researchers are still trying to discern whether a COVID-19 infection during pregnancy can lead to long-term problems for the child. Some studies find no difference between babies born to mothers ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study hints that young children who are exposed to general anesthesia may be put at significantly increased risk of having behavior problems or language or other ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Fewer kids in Colorado are getting services to address potential developmental problems early, raising the possibility they’ll need more intensive help down ...