Neighborhood air pollution is associated with attenuated neurocognitive maturation over early adolescence.

A comprehensive study published in the journal Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience has revealed that exposure to high levels of neighborhood air pollution significantly hinders the typical progression of brain development and…

Attention and vigilance advantages related to formal musical training across childhood, adolescence and young adulthood.

New research published in the British Journal of Psychology suggests that the disciplined practice of a musical instrument may serve as a powerful catalyst for sharpening cognitive focus from the…

Age and Sex Differences in Spatial and Mechanical Tilt in Adolescence: Evidence for the Mediating Effects of Processing Speed and g

The developmental trajectory of the human mind during adolescence is marked by a complex interplay of biological maturation, educational influence, and socialized interests. Recent research published in the journal Intelligence…