SPONSORED CONTENT
Brain Size in Children and Teens, May be Linked to Traumatic Brain Injury
Austin, TX (Law Firm Newswire) March 2, 2023 – Growing brains are difficult to measure for the presence of traumatic brain injury (TBI). However, researchers have gathered detailed measurements of children’s brains developing normally and compared them to children/teens who sustain a moderate to severe brain injury.
What the researchers discovered is that injuries can result in some children's brain volumes being smaller than expected. This in turn is linked to behavioral and learning problems. This latest study was published in the journal Brain. Currently, there is no way to predict who would experience problems. However, it has been established through the course of studies and research projects that some children/teens who sustain a TBI can experience emotional and/or learning issues. TBIs can affect everyone differently.
The researchers used MRI scans to measure the brains of more than 1,200 healthy young subjects from age 8 to 22. This established a baseline for normal development and growth in different areas of the brain. These scans were then compared to scans from a group of 39 teens between 12 and 16 years, who had sustained a moderate to severe TBI. There was also a cognitive difficulty test involved.
The results indicated that 11 teens had reduced volume in at least one area of white matter in their brains, and seven had reduced volume in at least one area of grey matter (thinking happens here and processes information) in their brains.
The results indicated that teens with smaller brain volumes had a slower mental processing speed, higher depression levels, learning issues, and anger/apathy when compared to the group that did not experience a TBI.
The main concern is that being unable to determine who may or may not struggle with TBI means those dealing with it do not always get the early support they need. The issue may go unrecognized and be attributed to other factors rather than a TBI.
“This is an interesting study and one can correlate these findings with TBI acquired by playing childhood sports, such as football, hockey, and soccer,” added traumatic brain injury attorney, Brooks Schuelke. “Any development in this area is a boon for those who suffer a TBI.”
Learn more at http://www.civtrial.com
Schuelke Law PLLC
3011 N. Lamar Blvd
Ste. 200
Austin, TX 78705
Call (512) 476-4944
The post Brain Size in Children and Teens, May be Linked to Traumatic Brain Injury first appeared on Law Firm Newswire.
This story is published through a partnership with Law Firm Newswire. The editorial staff of Bigger Law Firm Magazine did not contribute to this article. The views expressed are solely those of the source of the news release and do not reflect the views of Law Firm Newswire or Bigger Law Firm Magazine. Questions related to this story should be directed to the media contact referenced in the article.
LATEST STORIES
MORE STORIES
Lawyers in New York Used ChatGPT and Now Face Possible Sanctions
Several lawyers are under scrutiny and face potential sanctions after utilizing OpenAI’s advanced language model, ChatGPT, for the drafting of legal documents submitted in a New York federal court. The attention surrounding this matter stems from the erroneous citation of non-existent or irrelevant cases by ChatGPT. The adoption of AI in legal practice is not…
Google has Changed their Mind About AI Generated Content
Their change in terms essentially amounts to, “Yes, you can use AI tools to help create quality content but it had better be good.”
What Makes a Great Law Firm Marketing Director?
In an ever-changing legal landscape, an exceptional Law Firm Marketing Director stays ahead of the curve. They adopt a visionary perspective to navigate through intricate legal landscapes and drive the firm’s marketing initiatives. This involves identifying market trends, predicting client needs, and planning innovative marketing strategies to secure a competitive edge.