BRAIN FACT: Continuous Exposure To Hostility Can Lead To A Diminished Ability To Handle Stress

A developing brain re-wires when living in continuous hostility. Continuous exposure can lead to a diminished ability to handle stress.

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BRAIN FACT: Time Spent Outdoors Can Have A Positive Impact On The Brain

Research is indicating that many young children spend numerous hours indoors watching television or using electronics. However, time spent outdoors can have a more positive impact on brain development.

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BRAIN FACT: The Brain Creates Strong Memories Through Fun, Consistent, And Loving Interactions

The brain creates strong memories through fun, consistent, and loving interactions. Positive relationships have a critical impact on both learning and later relationships.

BRAIN FACT: Good Nutrition For The Body Is Good For The Brain

As a general rule good nutrition for the body is good for the brain. This is especially true with heart healthy foods.
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BRAIN FACT: A Baby Is Born With The Ability To Make Every Sound Of Every Language In The World

When we are born we have the ability to make every sound of every language in the world. However, because our brain learns based on the environment and experiences we are exposed to, we lose that ability. The brain makes connections based on the language(s) heard frequently.

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BRAIN FACT: Meals That Include Sugar Foods Deprive The Brain Of the Nutrients It Needs to Function Well

Meals that include sugary foods without adequate amounts of protein deprive the brain of the nutrients it needs to function well. This can lead to out of control behavior, and lack of attention.

BRAIN FACT: Vocabulary At Age 3 Predicts First Grade Reading Success

"Vocabulary at age 3 predicts first grade reading success. First grade vocabulary predicts eleventh grade reading level."
     -Andrew Biemiller, Vocabulary Development and Instruction: A Prerequisite for School Learning,     Handbook of Early Literacy Research (Volume 2), New York, NY: Guilford Press 2005.