Parent-Child Neural Attunement
Research, products, and tools referenced in this module.15 resources available.
3 printable PDFs
5-minute connection exercises that strengthen the parent-child neural bond
Honest check-in on how well you're reading and responding to your child's cues
Log the quality and quantity of back-and-forth interactions with your child each day
Foundational paper on mirror neurons and their role in action understanding and imitation
Stephen Porges' foundational paper on polyvagal theory and its implications for social behavior and regulation
Comprehensive review of oxytocin's role in human bonding, parenting, and social affiliation
Landmark study demonstrating the link between childhood adversity and adult health outcomes
Allan Schore's research on how attachment shapes orbitofrontal cortex development
Original still face experiment research demonstrating infant sensitivity to maternal responsiveness
Systematic review of skin-to-skin contact benefits for low birthweight infants
Research demonstrating mutual oxytocin increase through eye gaze between dogs and humans
Research on parental technology distraction and associations with child behavior problems
Research showing secure attachment protects toddlers from stress effects of poverty
Overview of the critical window from conception to age 2 for brain development
Comprehensive resources on brain architecture, serve-and-return, toxic stress, and early childhood development
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