Why a Tough Childhood Might Help Some Kids Survive
Why a Tough Childhood Might Help Some Kids Survive  
Podcast: The Next Big Idea Daily
Published On: Tue Jan 06 2026
Description: An evolutionary perspective reveals how early adversity can sometimes accelerate development. The Nature of Nurture by Jay Belsky The Social Genome by Dalton Conley 📱 Follow The Next Big Idea Daily on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen 📩 Want more bite-sized insights from the best new nonfiction delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our Book of the Day newsletter