How can studies of normal brain development in humans and animals help us understand the causes of neuro-developmental disorders?

Studying normal brain development in humans and animals can help us to understand the causes of neuro-developmental disorders in several ways. Identification of critical periods: By studying the development of different brain regions and functions in healthy individuals, researchers can identify the critical periods of brain development.

These are the periods during which specific brain circuits are most susceptible to disruption. This information can help during which environmental or genetic factors can affect the brain development, leading to neuro-developmental disorders. Identification of genetic and environmental factors.

Studying normal brain behavior development can also help identify genetic and environmental factors that contribute to neuro-developmental disorders. For example, researchers can study the genetic and epigenetic changes that occur during normal brain development and compare them to those found in individuals with neuro-developmental disorders.

This can help identify specific genetic mutations or environmental factors that contribute to the disorder. Understanding brain circuitry: Studying normal brain development can also help us to understand the development of specific brain circuits and how they are disrupted in neuro-developmental disorders.

This can help identify the specific neural pathways that are affected in different disorders, leading to the development of more targeted treatments. In summary, studying normal brain development in humans and animals can provide valuable insights into the causes of neuro-developmental disorders, helping to identify critical periods of development. As well as genetic and environmental factors. Thus, figuring out the specific neural pathways that are affected in different disorders.

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