Interbrain synchrony is the simultaneous activity of neural networks across the brains of people who are socially interacting –- for example talking, learning, singing, or working together.

A new study finds that mother-child brainwave synchronization remains just as strong in a second language, supporting healthy bonding in bilingual families.

The research team concluded that talking in an acquired language didn’t impinge on a mother’s ability to synchronise her brain activity with that of her child during interactive play. They say their ...

Researchers say neural synchrony between moms and kids doesn't get lost in translation.

A study in Neurology finds that reading, writing and learning languages across life may delay Alzheimer's onset by years and lower dementia risk.

Prof. Linda du Plessis notes how the rise of multilingualism is embraced both by national and multinational organisations and how it is a powerful tool in a globalised society.