Foster care before age 2 may protect brain development in teens
Knowledge-focused
Ongoing
This study follows 136 teens who were placed in foster care as young children after living in institutions. Researchers want to see how early caregiving affects their thinking, emotions, brain function, and mental health as they grow up. The goal is to understand if early interve…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charles Alexander Nelson III • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:48 UTC