What can we learn by looking at the brains of a mother and child? What happens when a child is separated from their parent? Neuroscientists studying the seminal social bond of parent and child are finding answers to these questions and more. Explore this content collection celebrating National Parents Day.
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About the Authors
Kristina Reznikov
Kristina is the former web communications specialist for BrainFacts.org. She formerly worked as the publications director for a legal publications company in Washington, DC.
Alissa Ortman
Alissa is the former outreach and BrainFacts.org manager. While earning her bachelor’s degree in neuroscience from Smith College, she researched glial development in the central nervous system and its relationship to cancer.