If you’ve noticed your bilingual child exceling in certain cognitive skills, you’re not alone. Research reveals that bilingual individuals have sharper cognitive skills, keeping their brain persistently alert and active even when only one language is used.
The article “How the Brain Benefits from Being Bilingual” is an interesting infographic that really hits on the science of how on a neuro biological level humans can benefit immensely from bilingualism. These benefits include a denser area of grey matter, less age related decline, and in children greater problem solving skills.
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Benefits of Bilingualism
Bilingual individuals have been found to have denser grey matter, which is responsible for processing language, storing memory, and dictating attention spans.
Additionally, bilinguals tend to make more reasonable decisions and have improved memory due to the constant mental exercise of switching between languages.
The bilingual brain is a remarkable example of neuroplasticity in action – Dr. Ellen Bialystok
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Implications for Parents
Parents can support their child’s bilingual development by providing a nurturing environment that encourages language learning.
By doing so, parents can help their child reap the benefits of bilingualism, including improved cognitive skills and better academic performance.
Key takeaways
- Improved Cognitive Skills: Bilingual people have sharper cognitive skills.
- Preventing Dementia: Bilingual adults with Alzheimer's take twice as long to develop symptoms.
- Switching Between Tasks: Bilinguals are skilled at switching between two systems.
Conclusion
In conclusion, bilingualism has been shown to have numerous benefits for individuals, including improved cognitive skills, delayed onset of dementia symptoms, and better academic performance.
By supporting bilingual development, parents can give their child a competitive edge in today’s globalized world.
Bilingualism is not just a matter of speaking two languages, it’s a way of thinking and problem-solving – Dr. Francoise Grosjean
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
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References
- National Institute of Health - Bilingualism and Brain Development
