The importance of early brain development and caregiver mental health (especially depression) are highlighted. (ideainfanttoddler.org)
They are the first to map groups of autism - risk genes by function, and to identify where and when these genes normally play major roles in early brain development. (sciencedaily.com)
Current research on early brain development clearly demonstrates the essential role of nurturing, engaged parenting in developing the brain infrastructure to allow for early attachment relationships. (familyplacerelief.org)