What Do Gamma Wave Activity Mean For Baby Brain Development?
In her study of children 16, 24 and 36 months old, Dr. Benasich found that those with higher language and cognitive abilities showed higher gamma power than those with poorer cognitive and language scores. She also found that high gamma power was evident in children with better attention and executive functions control. These children had the ability to moderate their behavior when told to do so. By contrast, infants with low cognition and language skills showed below average gamma activity. Through her research, Dr. Benasich has identified a window during which dramatic linguistic and mental growth can be seen to correlate with gamma wave activity. This window can be used to identify children at risk of language problems. By measuring gamma activity in the frontal cortex, doctors will be able to evaluate the status of brain development in children; they will also be able to make necessary interventions at critical points to ensure proper mental functioning. Here is more information on
