Mom can buffer effects of stress on teen's memory
Tuesday, November 1, 2011 - 06:00
in Psychology & Sociology
(Medical Xpress) -- Chronic stress in childhood can hurt children and teens physically, mentally and emotionally. However, having a sensitive, responsive mother can reduce at least one of these harmful effects, reports a new Cornell study. It shows that such moms can help buffer the effects of chronic stress on teens' working memories.