The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life.
A new study, published in Scientific Reports, suggests that infants have the ability to express pint-sized altruism. It points to the idea that infants sense a connection to others, and that they see the benefit in helping other people. Listen now to learn more.