- They’re still developing. The brain goesthrough tremendous changes during theteen years and into young adulthood.
- What you’ll notice. Brain growthand development can affect selfcontrol,problem-solving, memory and school performance.
- It’s normal. Teens may be moody,act recklessly and seem unable tounderstand the results of their choices.
- They love sleep. Your teen may have trouble waking in the morning.Encourage routines to help them get
- the rest their minds and bodies need.
- Ways to help. Encourage reading,or introduce a language, art, music or sport.
- Offer alternatives. Teens may lookfor excitement, which can lead to drug and alcohol use. Find other ways to channel that energy.
To learn more…
- A Parent’s Guide to the Teen Brain, www.drugfree.org/TeenBrain/
- Mentor, www.mentorfoundation.org
- “Why Do They Act that Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain for You and Your Teen” David Walsh
- Child Development Media www.childdevelopmentmedia.com/brain-development.html
- “The Adolescent Brain: Reaching for Autonomy” Robert Sylwester
- Adolescent Brain Development: Vulnerabilities and Opportunities by Ronald E. Dahl, Linda Patia Spear
- For more direct help …
- The Family Conservancy, 913-342-1110
- Synergy Services, 816-587-4100
- Crittenton Children’s Center, 816-765-6600
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Last Updated ( Friday, 02 July 2010 )
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