Sunday, August 17, 2014

Understanding Brain Development In Children

By Tanisha Berg


Science remains concerned with the manner in which our mental and physical growth take place and how these components remain interlinked and influence one another at varying stages. Brain development in children assists in determining the role of genetics and the environment on growth and the manner in which individuals are predisposed to particular events and traits. Research reveals the stages through which young ones develop and the manner in which experience and physical growth impact on one another.

The newborn brain include over hundreds of billions of neurons, which slowly develop to migrate to specific areas in response to particular stimuli and chemical changes. It is during this stage that parents are often encouraged to introduce different forms of stimuli in a gentle and safe manner that will encourage the further formation of auditory, visual, and similar responses. Such methods can aid in preparing the nervous system for future demands that will be placed on it.

In order to facilitate the developmental processes, it is important to invest in fun and engaging learning processes at the earliest possible stages. The purpose of performing such activities is to assist in the strengthening of connections between the different neurons that will allow for more efficient processing of information. It also aids in supporting autonomic processes that involves breathing, heart rate, and sleeping habits.

Children will develop the synaptic joins and neurons in an efficient manner between the ages of 0 to 3. These connections can aid in retaining new information and adapting to environments in a more fluid manner by means of structured and engaging stimulation that will encourage learning activity. For those who grow into adolescence, the different synapse connections will be produced.

To learn, retain, and adapt the brain continues development in adulthood, but the majority of neuron formation takes place in earliest parts of childhood. Very young infants have not developed a myelin sheath referred to as the white layer that forms around the cortex. This occurs with higher order sensory and motor function including the ability to control thoughts, feelings, and memories.

It is at age 3 that the brains of babies will have achieved its adult size. It is imperative that kids are provided the necessary educational stimulation that will aid in enhancing the formation of sensory neurons for stronger connections and maximum growth as they become older. Due to the fact that development is largely dependent on stimulation, it is important for all young ones to be provided the right levels of education and support.

Implementing the right educational processes at an early stage can facilitate optimum growth processes. Plasticity is a form of development that involves the changes in the structure of the brain in response to environmental stimuli. One should take some time to determine the techniques that should be applied for growth support.

Time should be taken to consider the manner in which education and stimulation play a role in facilitating regular function. Learning methods introduced at a young age including sound and visual stimulation can encourage regular operation. It is necessary to invest in such measures for the balance and the well-being of all young ones.




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