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Teachers and Coaches are so Important
The way you teach / coach teens and twenty-somethings can strengthen or weaken their brains in significant ways. We now have 30 years of brain science that can guide us how to work with youth so that they fulfill their academic / athletic potential, grow their talent, and enter adulthood with strong, resilient brains.
Having applicable knowledge of adolescent brain development can greatly enhance your teaching / coaching.
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Adolescents are Fast Learners
The adolescent brain - from 13 to 25 years - has the capacity to learn quickly, is highly creative, and can problem-solve in innovative ways. However, the adolescent brain also has major challenges such as: it's intensely emotional, keyed into peers and social status, seeks rewards and takes risks. This is not a choice. It's due to brain development. Learn how to manage these amazing young brains. Discover strategies that support healthy brain development.
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Learn Communication Insights
Brain research is clear that the way we communicate---especially with vulnerable adolescent brains---makes all the difference. Learn practical strategies and skills for reaching teens and young adults and communicating with them to achieve your goals. What motivates the adolescent brain is different than the adult or mature brain so discover ways to inspire your students and athletes. Support youth in surviving the challenges and establishing brain health into the future.