Prenatal development and early childhood experiences have a significant impact on social and emotional outcomes, later in life. Exposure to stress, poor nutrition, or lack of prenatal care can negatively affect brain development and emotional regulation. Early relationships and experiences shape how children form attachments, manage emotions, and interact with others throughout their lives. Positive early environments support healthy brain development and emotional resilience, while negative experiences may lead to challenges in self-regulation and social interactions during adolescence. (Palmer, 2019).