The Importance of the Neuromotor Stimulation in Child Development
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https://doi.org/10.46780/cunzac.v4i1.28Keywords:
child brain development, neuroplasticity, sensory stimulation, neuromotor stimulationAbstract
The analysis of the impact that physical exercise and movement have on children's brain function and development has sparked the interest of several scientists around the world in order to establish their relationship.
Various theories have been formulated that explain the importance of infants staying in motion for their proper brain development, as well as programs consisting of neuromotor stimulation have been designed in order to improve brain function in both neurotypical children and children with developmental challenges as well as learning or behavior differences.
These approaches arise from the premise of neuroplasticity, responsible for the creation of neural circuits through adequate stimulation. These new circuits are reflected in cognitive, executive, motor, and behavioral skills. Movement enhances brain maturation, resulting in a decrease in symptoms in children with pathologies or conditions.
The main purpose of this essay was to describe the importance of the neuromotor stimulation in child development through various theories, as well as to mention some significant results obtained through professional practice itself such as diminishing of hyperactivity, impulsivity, anxiety, disruptive behaviors and improving the expressive language skills in children with developmental challenges.
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