Neuroscience

Children & Neurological Conditions See All Brain and Nervous System Overview See All Brain Tumors See All Congenital and Hereditary Conditions See All Other Neurological Conditions  See All  Anatomy of a Child's Brain in Brain and Nervous System Overview The brain can be divided into 3 main parts: the cerebrum, the brainstem, and the cerebellum....more  Neurological Exam for Children in Brain and Nervous System Overview Is it time for your baby to have a full physical exam? Your pediatrician might want to conduct a "neuro exam." Don't worry, this series of tests designed to evaluate your child's nervous system is painless. Here's what it entails. ...more  Brain Tumors in Children in Brain Tumors A brain tumor is an abnormal growth of tissue in the brain. The brain is part of the central nervous system (CNS). The CNS also includes the spinal cord. ...more  Anencephaly in Children in Congenital and Hereditary Conditions Anencephaly is a birth defect that affects the brain and skull bones. With this condition, the brain isn't fully formed. It often lacks part or all of the cerebrum. ...more  Cephalic Disorders in Congenital and Hereditary Conditions Cephalic disorders affect the central nervous system as it develops. They may also affect the brain and the growth of the skull. ...more  Kids' Headaches: The Diagnosis Is Difficult in Headaches Most headaches in kids are caused by tension, not disease. Your pediatrician can determine what kind of headache your child has. ...more  Headaches in Children in Headaches A headache is pain or discomfort in one or more areas of the head or face. Headaches can happen once in a while. Or they may happen often. ...more  Acute Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) in Children in Injuries Acute spinal cord injury (SCI) is when the spinal cord is damaged from an accident or other situation. An SCI may be a bruise (contusion), a partial tear, or a complete tear (transection) in the spinal cord. ...more  Head Injury in Children in Injuries A head injury can be as mild as a bump, bruise (contusion), or cut on the head. Or it can be a concussion, a deep cut or open wound, broken skull bones, internal bleeding, or damage to the brain. Head injuries are one of the most common causes of disability and death in children. ...more  Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD) in Children in Neuromuscular Diseases Muscular dystrophy (MD) is an inherited (genetic) disorder of the muscles. It is called a neuromuscular disease. There are several types. Becker muscular dystrophy (BMD) is a rare type. ...more  Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in Children in Neuromuscular Diseases Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rare genetic condition that weakens your child's muscles. It appears in young boys, usually between ages 2 and 5....more  Absence Seizures in Other Neurological Conditions Absence seizures are a type of epilepsy that most often occur in children. Read on for details about this condition. ...more  Brain Abscess in Children in Other Neurological Conditions An abscess is a pocket of infection. In the brain, an abscess may be in one or more areas. This condition may cause problems with how the brain and spinal cord function. It is a serious and life-threatening condition that needs to be treated right away. ...more