Written by: Ehsan Siddiqui
30 May 2025
Many of us often wonder how kids pick up new skills like learning a new language faster than adults. It's not just a myth, the reason lies in how their brains work.
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Young brains have a high neuroplasticity, that is the brain's ability to recognize neural connections, enabling them to process new information faster.
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Studies suggest that children's brains have a higher number of GABA neurotransmitters, which helps them store new information in the brain more efficiently.
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The mind of a child is more efficient in 'implicit learning' which means soaking up the new information in the brain. That's why kids pick up things like accents faster than adults.
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Unlike most adults, kids usually do not have to keep track of all the pending tasks and responsibilities, making their brains more suitable to adapt to new skills.
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Certain types of learning, such as language or motor abilities, have a "critical period" at an early stage in life. At an early age, the brain is uniquely equipped to absorb these concepts.
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