For students in preschool, speaking two languages may be better than one, especially for developing inhibitory control. That idea isn't new, but a new study took a longitudinal approach to examine the ...

In modern society, physical inactivity and sedentary behavior have become common issues globally. This trend is also growing ...

As their brain regions linked to self-control mature, preschoolers improve in their ability to stop themselves from doing something, according to new research published in JNeurosci. A component of ...

In this comprehensive study, researchers employed dynamic causal modeling (DCM-PEB) and functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) with a substantial sample size (n = 250) to explore inhibitory ...

Children who enter preschool with good vocabulary and attention skills do better in class, according to a study published in the peer-reviewed journal Early Education and Development. The findings ...

Young adults diagnosed with ADHD may display subtle physiological signs that could lead to a more precise diagnosis, according to researchers. Young adults diagnosed with ADHD may display subtle ...

The telencephalon is the part of the brain responsible for executive functions in fish, according to an experimental study published in PNAS Nexus. Can something as simple as a cup of coffee with milk ...

A small lab-based study found that a 12-week cycling program improved inhibitory control over six weeks. This adds to the evidence that exercise can be an effective strategy for improving cognitive ...

The findings show that short-duration, light exercises can significantly improve inhibitory control and elevate mood in ...

Physical inactivity and sedentary behavior are growing worldwide among children and can negatively impact both their physical health and cognitive ...