Are bilinguals smarter? Scientific Learning found:
- Bilingualism improves executive function
- Executive function is the control system of the mind, responsible for focus, planning & attention
- The benefits of bilingualism start as early as seven months of age
- Young bilinguals may develop stronger problem-solving skills, have more empathy, and be more sociable
- The controversial “critical window” to learn a second language is from ages 5 to 15
Being bilingual not only makes you smarter and keeps you alive longer. Please see our post about Seven cognitive advantages to learning a foreign language.
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