Researchers have found that BDNF levels decline progressively with age.10 Lommatzsch, M., et al. «The Impact of Age, Weight and Gender on BDNF Levels in Human Platelets and Plasma,» Neurobiology of Aging 26 (2005):... continue
At the same time that BDNF levels decrease, the
volume of the hippocampus (primary center for emotion and memory) also decreases.11 Erickson, K.L., et al. «Brain - Derived Neurotrophic Factor is Associated with Age - Related Decline in Hippocampal Volume, Journal of Neuroscience 30,... continue In fact, in some neurological diseases, such as Huntington's and Alzheimer's disease, BDNF levels are low or deficient.12 Laske, C., et al. «Decreased Brain - Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and B - Thromboglobulin Blood Levels in Alzheimer's Disease,» Journal of... co
volume of the hippocampus (primary center for emotion and memory) also decreases.11 Erickson, K.L., et al. «Brain - Derived Neurotrophic Factor is Associated with Age - Related Decline in
Hippocampal Volume, Journal of Neuroscience 30,... continue In fact, in some neurological diseases, such as Huntington's and Alzheimer's disease, BDNF levels are low or deficient.12 Laske, C., et al. «Decreased Brain - Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and B - Thromboglobulin Blood Levels in Alzheimer's Disease,» Journal of... co
Volume, Journal of Neuroscience 30,... continue In fact, in some neurological diseases, such as Huntington's and Alzheimer's disease, BDNF levels are low or deficient.12 Laske, C., et al. «Decreased Brain - Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) and B - Thromboglobulin Blood Levels in Alzheimer's Disease,» Journal of... continue
Research shows it has the potential to promote normal developmental trajectories for high - risk children, such as those from low - income backgrounds and / or those with very premature births.13 In contrast, unresponsive parenting may jeopardize children's development, particularly those
at higher risk for developmental problems.14 The critical importance of responsive parenting is highlighted by recent evidence identifying links between high levels of early responsive parenting and larger
hippocampal volumes for normally developing preschool aged children.