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The evidence for investing in early intervention is overwhelming. There is a wealth of research showing that environmental influences from birth to three years of age impact significantly on a child's academic, language, social and emotional development. Poor early life experiences can permanently impair the healthy growth of very young children's brains; while positive experiences can have the opposite effect, promoting healthy brain development. The central tenet of early intervention is that by preventing problems arising in the first place and identifying and remedying problems as early as possible, families can be supported to help their children develop to their full potential.