Lifelong musicians may keep ears in tune
NORTHWESTERN (US) — Age-related delays in neural timing are not inevitable and can be avoided or offset with musical training, according to a new study. Continue…
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Low birth weight linked to autism risk
NORTHWESTERN (US) — In a study of twins, lower birth weight more than tripled the risk for autism spectrum disorder in identical pairs, in which one twin had symptoms of the disorder and the other did not. (more…)
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Musicians have better hearing late in life
NORTHWESTERN (US) — Older adults with musical training appear to hear and remember sounds better than non-musicians of the same age. (more…)
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Proud black teens less depressed
NORTHWESTERN (US)—Ethnic pride may be as important as self-esteem to the mental health of young African-American adolescents. (more…)
Health & Medicine - Nov 13, 2009 12:09 - 2 Comments
Kids with dyslexia struggle to tune in
NORTHWESTERN (US)—Children with developmental dyslexia could benefit from the use of simple strategies, such as sitting in front of the teacher or using wireless technologies to enhance the sound of a teacher’s voice. (more…)
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