06.17.18
Childhood Stress Makes The Brain Mature Faster — But That’s Not Necessarily A Good Thing
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Stress experienced in early life affects the parts of the brain that control emotions. A new study published this week in the journal Scientific Reports looked at the effects of stress on the development of the brain, and particularly on how fast the brain matures during two crucial stages in life, early childhood and adolescence.