Events
Birth2-6 months old - significant wiring of the
brain occurs due to experiences
and relationships formed outside of the
womb.Pre-natal - the brain is developing
in utero. Senses are being developed
and prenatal sensory experiences
shape the nervous system and brain.6-9 months - by this time the brain
has undergone a rapid growth spurt
which helps them make connections
via their senses.3-5 years - the child's brain has more
than 1000 trillion connections.
Healthy brain development can be
fostered by positive relationships and
providing a safe environment.2nd Trimester (4-16 weeks) -
neuron branches form synapses.
Forebrain, midbrain, and
hindbrain are developed.1st Trimester (0-4 weeks) -
neurons develop and multiply.3rd Trimester (16 weeks -birth) -
Pruning (apoptosis), synapses
reorganize, and myelination
occurs. Forebrain, midbrain, cerebellum,
and medulla are formed.0-1 years- the occipital lobe
is being developed and is
making connections via vision.1-3 years- speech development
happens because the brain is
able to make connections and
the left hemmisfere is being further
developed.3 years - peer social skills are
being developed because of
school.Birth3 years- speech development
and communication is developing.1-24 years - the frontal brain
starts to develop and will be
the last to mature at around
24 years old.4 years - death - brain cells
keep forming and replacing
dead ones. When the brain
dies cells will not replace
themselves anymore.
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