Scientists Studied 130 Newborns—There Was Difference Just Hours After Birth
Summary
A new study from the University of Cambridge tested 130 newborn babies within hours of birth to see if boys and girls differ in how they focus on faces. The study found that female babies looked more at face-like images than male babies, suggesting some early biological differences in social attention.Key Facts
- Researchers studied 130 healthy newborns shortly after birth to limit effects of learning after birth.
- Babies were shown face-like images while scientists recorded where they looked.
- Female babies showed a stronger preference for looking at faces compared to male babies.
- The study suggests biological factors might partly explain early differences in social attention between sexes.
- Male fetuses are exposed to more testosterone before birth, which may influence brain and behavior differences.
- The research does not prove the exact cause or predict how children will develop later.
- Scientists hope these findings will help understand developmental conditions affecting social skills.
- Future studies will explore if early social attention differences impact language learning and mental health risks.
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