Findings could have implications for brain alterations associated with autism
Washington, DC—For the first time, scientists at Children’s National Medical Center have successfully identified a key developmental program for the amygdala—the part of the limbic system that impacts how the brain creates emotional memories and responses.
New floor adds 20,000 square feet to top pediatric research institution
Washington, DC—Children’s National Medical Center’s academic arm, Children’s Research Institute, dedicated new research facilities today, increasing the space of one of the nation’s top pediatric research facilities to more than 100,000 square feet.
The Office of Nurse Recruitment and Retention at Children’s National Medical Center is pleased to announce a Nursing Open House on Tuesday February 3, 2009, from 9 am to 4 pm.
Children’s Referral Pad is a quick reference that lists directions to Children’s facilities and the clinical services offered at Children’s Regional Outpatient Centers.
Images portrayed in the media and magazines are often blamed for pressuring girls to be thin. A recent study led by Children’s National psychologist Eleanor Mackey, PhD, found that peer groups may also play a role in how adolescent girls control their weight.
Children’s Research Institute (CRI) has expanded to increase research space atop the main Children’s National building. This expansion allows researchers to better serve families with world-class bench to bedside care.