Lessons to learn from U research on disadvantaged children - Minnesota

“Megan Gunnar is a familiar face at the state Capitol. Already this session she’s testified three times before legislators to share research on early child development conducted by her and her colleagues at the Institute of Child Development at the University of Minnesota....

"Barriers to education achievement emerge at very young age,’’ and include adverse childhood experiences which carry lifelong, “toxic” consequences, unless there is early intervention, Gunnar said, though some children are resilient against all odds. Close family relationships, particularly that between parent and child, are “terribly important” in helping children rise above disadvantages, she said...."

http://www.minnpost.com/community-sketchbook/2013/02/lessons-learn-u-research-disadvantaged-children