Intelligence tests for infants

Intelligence Tests Intelligence testing is still a hotly debated issue, particularly for infants and young children.  Although there are scales that are now considered infant IQ tests, such as the Brazelton Neonatal Scale and Bayley Scales for infant development, these have very little stability over time.  Thus, a high score on one of these tests […]

Social and cognitive stimulation in early childhood – how much is too much?

It is important to stimulate the minds of young children, as this initial stimulation often lays the foundation for future learning.  Providing the right amount of stimulation is a very important part of optimal parenting.  Many of the new generation books and guides on pregnancy and infancy warn of the dangers of over-stimulation, and even […]