A recent study published in the journal Developmental Science reveals that babies whose mothers engage more sensitively with them during play tend to have heightened brain activity when they encounter happy faces. This response is particularly notable in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. The findings shed new light on the link between early caregiving experiences and later emotional and social competencies. Research consistently shows that early experiences with caregivers are fundamental to brain development and future emotional health. While many studies have focused on the adverse effects…