Brain Matters

This documentary asks why some children thrive while others struggle, examining the roles of genetics, environment, education and early experience. It argues that the first years of life shape a child's potential more than almost anything else. Through science and human stories, it explores how to give every child the best possible start. Thoughtful and informative, it turns the study of the developing brain into a compelling look at childhood. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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