Childhood Brain Development
Human childhood is a unique evolutionary adaptation, crucial for developing social skills through play. The brain experiences rapid growth until age six, followed by a significant pruning phase during puberty, where identity and social roles become central. Unfortunately, this critical developmental period coincides with increased smartphone use, which can hinder children's ability to tune their brains effectively.In this clip
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