June 20, 2016
Publication: The Atlantic
Featured Expert: Charles A. Nelson III
Link: https://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2016/06/the-complex-lives-of-babies/487679/
Highlighting ideas and themes from the recently released documentary, “The Beginning of Life,” this article emphasizes the impact that environment and relationships in the first few years of a child’s life have on physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development. The story includes quotes from Center Director Jack Shonkoff and affiliated faculty member and National Scientific Council on the Developing Child member Charles Nelson.