Whether the brain responds to an external stimulus or not depends significantly on the balance between areas of excitation and inhibition in the prefrontal cortex (PFC). Synaptic connections in the ...

Do you ever feel like your mind hops from one thing to the next without warning? That pull to act on sudden ideas or speak before you’ve thought it through— that’s impulse control. Prefer to listen ...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: As far as diagnostic nomenclature goes, it’s a mouthful. But for those suffering from ADHD, the difficulties go beyond a ...

Why do teenagers behave like — teenagers? We get an explanation from neuroscientist Dr. Frances Jensen, who says our brains are still maturing through our 20s and that the front part of the brain is ...

New research shows adolescence lasts into the early 30s, reshaping how parents, teachers and employers should support young ...

Navigate holiday stress with your child’s brain in mind. Try these age-by-age tips for handling everything from tantrums to teen angst.