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Working Paper

Maternal Depression Can Undermine the Development of Young Children

This working paper from the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child and the National Forum on Early Childhood Policy and Programs examines why addressing the consequences of serious depression in parents and caregivers could support the future prosperity and well-being of both children and society as a whole.
Toxic Stress
Maternal Depression Can Undermine the Development of Young Children
Working Paper

Excessive Stress Disrupts the Architecture of the Developing Brain

Toxic Stress
Excessive Stress Disrupts the Architecture of the Developing Brain
Working Paper

Persistent Fear and Anxiety Can Affect Young Children’s Learning and Development

Toxic Stress
Persistent Fear and Anxiety Can Affect Young Children’s Learning and Development
Working Paper

The Science of Neglect: The Persistent Absence of Responsive Care Disrupts the Developing Brain

Toxic Stress
The Science of Neglect: The Persistent Absence of Responsive Care Disrupts the Developing Brain
Working Paper

Young Children Develop in an Environment of Relationships

Early Development
Young Children Develop in an Environment of Relationships
Working Paper

Children’s Emotional Development is Built into the Architecture of their Brain

Early Development
Children’s Emotional Development is Built into the Architecture of their Brain
Working Paper

Early Exposure to Toxic Substances Damages Brain Architecture 

Early Development
Early Exposure to Toxic Substances Damages Brain Architecture 
Working Paper

The Timing and Quality of Early Experiences Combine to Shape Brain Architecture

Early Development
The Timing and Quality of Early Experiences Combine to Shape Brain Architecture
Working Paper

Early Experiences Can Alter Gene Expression and Affect Long-Term Development

Early Development
Early Experiences Can Alter Gene Expression and Affect Long-Term Development
Working Paper

Connecting the Brain to the Rest of the Body: Early Childhood Development and Lifelong Health Are Deeply Intertwined

Early Development
Connecting the Brain to the Rest of the Body: Early Childhood Development and Lifelong Health Are Deeply Intertwined
Working Paper

Understanding Motivation: Building the Brain Architecture That Supports Learning, Health, and Community Participation  

Executive Function
Understanding Motivation: Building the Brain Architecture That Supports Learning, Health, and Community Participation  
Working Paper

Building the Brain’s “Air Traffic Control” System: How Early Experiences Shape the Development of Executive Function 

Executive Function
Building the Brain’s “Air Traffic Control” System: How Early Experiences Shape the Development of Executive Function 
Working Paper

Supportive Relationships and Active Skill-Building Strengthen the Foundations of Resilience

This working paper from the National Scientific Council on the Developing Child explains how supportive relationships with adults help children develop resilience, or the set of skills needed to respond to adversity and thrive.
Resilience
Supportive Relationships and Active Skill-Building Strengthen the Foundations of Resilience
Video

How Children and Adults Can Build Core Capabilities for Life

Three Principles
How Children and Adults Can Build Core Capabilities for Life