Biology, Development, and Behavior

Theory of Mind

Theory of Mind: Our Little Superpower

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on April 29, 2024

Understand others' thoughts and emotions with theory of mind, a skill that shapes our interactions and decisions. Discover how we navigate complex social landscapes.

Understand others' thoughts and emotions with theory of mind, a skill that shapes our interactions and decisions. Discover how we navigate complex social landscapes.

Child Development

The Development of Time Preferences in Children

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on February 26, 2024

Children's time preference evolves from impatience to self-control. There are strategies parents can employ to nurture this essential skill.

Children's time preference evolves from impatience to self-control. There are strategies parents can employ to nurture this essential skill.

Intelligence

Unveiling the Secrets of Intelligence and Giftedness

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on January 7, 2024

Explore human intelligence, giftedness, brain structure, and the impact of environmental factors on life outcomes, revealing the intricate interplay shaping our minds.

Explore human intelligence, giftedness, brain structure, and the impact of environmental factors on life outcomes, revealing the intricate interplay shaping our minds.

Impulse Control Disorders

The Holiday Shopping Mind

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on November 24, 2023

Decode impulsive and compulsive buying, learn about their triggers, and consider how they lead to post-holiday stress.

Decode impulsive and compulsive buying, learn about their triggers, and consider how they lead to post-holiday stress.

Adolescence

Understanding Adolescent Substance Use

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on October 20, 2023

Navigating the complex world of adolescent development and decision-making and the risks of substance use during that critical time.

Navigating the complex world of adolescent development and decision-making and the risks of substance use during that critical time.

Decision-Making

Exploring Brain Processes During Basic Decision-Making

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on October 7, 2023

Explore the brain as it chooses between an apple and a donut, and learn how it balances instant gratification and long-term consequences.

Explore the brain as it chooses between an apple and a donut, and learn how it balances instant gratification and long-term consequences.

ADHD

The Misunderstood ADHD Struggles

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on September 13, 2023

Unlocking the complex world of ADHD, we explore its challenges and the crucial role of empathy and knowledge in providing support.

Unlocking the complex world of ADHD, we explore its challenges and the crucial role of empathy and knowledge in providing support.

Suicide

Adolescent Depression and Suicidal Behavior

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on August 17, 2023

Once thought adult-exclusive, depression grips teens, too. Rates surge in early adolescence, hitting girls hard. Learn about this pressing concern.

Once thought adult-exclusive, depression grips teens, too. Rates surge in early adolescence, hitting girls hard. Learn about this pressing concern.

Child Development

The Development of Quantity Assessments

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on June 10, 2023

Young children don't grasp that quantities stay constant despite different presentations. We explore the causes of this phenomenon and how children reason on quantities.

Young children don't grasp that quantities stay constant despite different presentations. We explore the causes of this phenomenon and how children reason on quantities.

Adolescence

Children Are Not Little Adults

Isabelle Brocas Ph.D. on May 5, 2023

Understanding children's and teens' developmental trajectories is crucial for providing effective support.

Understanding children's and teens' developmental trajectories is crucial for providing effective support.