New research indicates that children with better rhythmic abilities tend to exhibit a slower, more prolonged rate of brain ...

When Amy Richter was a little girl, her father often traveled for work. He often came home bearing gifts of music and record albums. They bonded while poring over all that vinyl, she recalls, ...

Early engagement with music has been shown to boost language development, memory retention and even brain development.

The earliest stages of life are a crucial time for child development and have a particularly important impact on the brain. More than 80% of a child's brain is formed during the first three years of ...

When was the last time you thought about music, and what role does music play in your life? If you enjoy music every day, you are likely reaping many benefits. But if you merely think of music as the ...

Scientists have outlined the five factors that are key to an infant's brain development during their first year of life. Good nutrition, a stimulating environment, a safe neighborhood, positive ...

Early childhood is a critical period for brain development, which is important for boosting cognition and mental well-being. Good brain health at this age is directly linked to better mental heath, ...

As Christmas creeps ever closer, it can be difficult to know what to get your child for the big day. Toys provide an enormous opportunity for childhood brain development—but not all toys are created ...

At a typical pediatric visit, parents and clinicians examine where a child falls on growth charts that compare their height and weight to national averages. Now, a team of University of Maryland ...