Understanding how genetic and environmental influences shape cognitive abilities remains a cornerstone of psychological research. Jiang et al. (2024) present an important study that examines these influences through a structured twin-based model. This research provides insight into how basic and higher-order cognitive functions are differentially affected by genetic inheritance and …
Assessing Air Pollution’s Impact on Health and Cognitive Function
Landrigan et al. (2022) present a detailed strategy for evaluating how air pollution affects health and cognitive function at the community level. Their study focuses on Massachusetts, revealing significant health outcomes and IQ loss even at air pollution levels below current EPA standards. The findings emphasize the need for stricter …