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Enriched vs Deprived Environments
Strengths & Skills: Brain Shaping
Some children are lucky. They enjoy a wealth of enriching Strong neural circuits makes it easier to hold attention,
experiences. These help to build strong neural circuits. remember instructions, be flexible & manage big feelings.
Other children are not so lucky. They do not enjoy such Poor experiences and high levels of stress limits neural
positive, brain-building experiences. This leads to weaker building and causes weaker brain pathways. This in turn
neural circuitry in brain areas linked to Executive Function. results in poorer skills to manage daily life.
