Two Open Windows: Brain Science and Expanding Opportunity for New Parents

Explore the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and early childhood development in this 1-hour 22-minute conference talk from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the groundbreaking research on brain changes in both infants and new parents, uncovering the shared period of opportunity and vulnerability during early parenthood. Learn about the science of inequity, the biology of resilience, and sensitive periods in development. Discover how to promote resilience, improve outcomes, and move families forward by reducing the cost of adversity. Examine the neurological impacts of parenting, including changes in reward circuits, structural growth, and emotion regulation. Gain insights into innovative early childhood intervention programs and their impact on families. Understand why parenting is not merely an intellectual exercise and how this knowledge can inform better support systems for new parents and their children.