Brains of bilingual moms and kids stay just as 'in'

Kids' and moms' brains synced up most when they played together, especially in areas linked to emotions and decision-making.
Whether they spoke English or their native language didn't really change this effect.
As first author Efstratia Papoutselou put it: Brains of bilingual moms and kids stay just as 'in sync' irrespective of language.

Bilingualism supports healthy communication and learning

The study highlights how being bilingual supports healthy communication and learning.
Senior author Douglas Hartley summed it up: Bilingualism ... supports healthy communication and learning.
So, if you're growing up with more than one language at home, keep playing—it's helping your brain connect with the people you love.