#cognitive-development

#cognitive-development

Brain rot, now defined as a perceived loss of intelligence due to overconsumption of unchallenging content, lacks scientific evidence of cognitive harm.

"The challenge is that some children's working memories are limited, and it's a huge bottleneck for learning," said Thomas Perry, a social scientist and education researcher at the University of Warwick, UK.

Iterative Alignment Theory (IAT) proposes a framework for aligning AI with users' cognitive identities, facilitating a deeper relationship between humans and AI.

We have an innate need to attach to caregivers; however, anything beyond that initial impulse to attach must be taught.

Kids breathe more air per pound, making them more vulnerable to pollution and its harmful effects on their brain health, including lower IQ and mental health issues.

"Siblings shape you in ways that are less deliberate than parents, which means their influence is less discussed, though just as important."

eSports has emerged as a global phenomenon, captivating millions through live esports streams and competitive gaming platforms.

Children's cognitive milestones may be reached earlier due to digital exposure, yet the disruption of Piaget's developmental stages may hinder traditional learning.

The portrayal of African children's cognitive limitations by 1950s scholars reinforces colonial ideologies, suggesting that cognitive deficiency justified colonial interventions under the guise of scientific legitimacy.