Stress, Early Brain Development, and Behavior.
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| Title: | Stress, Early Brain Development, and Behavior. |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Gunnar, Megan R., Barr, Ronald G. |
| Source: | Infants and Young Children. Jul 1998 11(1):1-14. |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 14 |
| Publication Date: | 1998 |
| Document Type: | Information Analyses Journal Articles |
| Descriptors: | Biological Influences, Brain, Cognitive Development, Disabilities, Emotional Development, Memory, Neurological Impairments, Parent Child Relationship, Self Control, Stress Management, Young Children |
| ISSN: | 0896-3746 |
| Abstract: | Reviews research on the effect of stress hormones, particularly glucocorticoids, on the brain and early development. It describes the psychological and social processes that reduce stress hormone responses to threatening and painful procedures. Research on the cognitive and emotional effects of synthetic glucocorticoids is also discussed. (Author/CR) |
| Entry Date: | 1999 |
| Accession Number: | EJ570187 |
| Database: | ERIC |
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