Kimberly Noble: How does income affect childhood brain development?

The video discusses a study on the brains of over 1000 children, highlighting the link between family income and brain structure. It emphasizes that children from lower-income families often have smaller cortical surface areas, affecting cognitive skills. The study shows that small income increases can significantly impact brain development in disadvantaged families. Neural plasticity offers hope, suggesting that experiences can change brain structure. The video explores interventions, including educational initiatives and a study on poverty reduction, to improve outcomes for children in poverty.

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