Associations between early regulatory problems and long-term neurobiological and psychosocial outcomes
A study using data from the Bavarian Longitudinal Study found that early regulatory problems in infants, such as crying or sleeping issues, are linked to morphological differences in the left insula in adulthood. These neurobiological changes correlate with avoidant personality traits later in life.
Why it matters
Understanding the long-term neurobiological impact of early childhood regulatory issues can help in developing targeted psychological interventions.
Scientific Reports ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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