The study by Shi and Maydeu-Olivares (2020) analyzes how different estimation methods influence key fit indices in Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). By focusing on methods such as Maximum Likelihood (ML), Unweighted Least Squares (ULS), and Diagonally Weighted Least Squares (DWLS), the authors explore the nuances of model fit across various …
Holleran et al. (2020) investigated the relationship between white matter microstructure and cognitive ability in patients with schizophrenia and healthy individuals. Drawing on data from the ENIGMA Consortium, the study analyzed how global and regional white matter connectivity relates to cognitive performance, offering a comprehensive perspective on the structural underpinnings …
Gaylord et al. (2020) conducted an extensive analysis of the neurodevelopmental disabilities linked to early-life exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the United States between 2001 and 2016. The study also examined the economic costs of these exposures, emphasizing the significance of effective public health interventions. Background Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are …
This post reviews the findings of Widen et al. (2019), who examined how maternal prepregnancy body mass index (BMI) and gestational weight gain (GWG) affect cognitive outcomes in children. The study focused on a diverse, low-income, multiethnic cohort to explore potential sex-specific differences in child neurodevelopment linked to maternal obesity. …
Burgoyne, Harris, and Hambrick’s (2019) study examines how individual differences, including cognitive ability, music aptitude, and mindset, influence the acquisition of piano skills among beginners. By focusing on individuals with little to no prior experience, this research offers insights into the early stages of learning a musical instrument. Background The …
Midday napping is a common practice in many cultures, especially among children. Liu et al. (2019) investigated the potential benefits of this habit for cognitive, emotional, and physical health outcomes in children. Their findings provide valuable insights into how napping may influence various aspects of child development. Background The study …
This study, authored by Jaekel et al. (2019), examines the relationship between being born very preterm (VP) or with very low birth weight (VLBW), cognitive abilities, and wealth accumulation in adulthood. By tracking participants from birth to 26 years of age, the research provides key insights into how early cognitive …
McDermott et al. (2019) conducted a longitudinal study examining how childhood socioeconomic status (SES) is associated with structural brain development. By analyzing over 1,200 MRI scans from youth aged 5 to 25 years, the researchers explored connections between SES and the anatomy of the brain, offering important insights into cognitive …
The study by Kaminski et al. (2018) investigates the intricate relationships between genetic, epigenetic, and neurobiological factors that contribute to variability in general intelligence (gIQ). By focusing on dopamine D2 receptor (DRD2) gene modification, gray matter density, and striatal functional activation, the research sheds light on the complex interplay influencing …
Summary. An analysis of performance on the Jouve–Cerebrals Test of Induction (JCTI) and four GAMA subtests (Matching, Analogies, Sequences, Construction) points to a single dominant source of individual differences rather than two separate abilities. With N = 118, factor-analytic evidence favors a general reasoning factor that subsumes both spatial–temporal and …
