Are you parenting one or more teenagers?
Would you like to learn more about managing the ups and downs?
Parenting during the teen years can be both rewarding and deeply challenging. Do you find that your pre-teens and teens are experiencing significant emotional, cognitive, and social changes, and pushing boundaries as they push for independence while you know that they still need parental support?
Perhaps you're in the middle of the many stresses of navigating mood swings and peer pressure to managing screen time, academic stress, and mental health concerns, and perhaps you find yourself unsure of the best approach.
Well... perhaps this blog post can help.
Understanding the science behind teenage development can help you as a parent or caregiver understand how you can foster healthier relationships and guide your pre-teens and teens more effectively.
For those interested in diving deeper, researchers like Laurence Steinberg, BJ Casey, Adriana Galván, Katie McLaughlin, Eva Telzer, and Nick Allen offer valuable insights into adolescent brain development, decision-making, and mental health.
Several experts are at the forefront of research on adolescent development and psychology - here are some to start your learning:
Laurence Steinberg, Ph.D.: A Distinguished University Professor at Temple University, Dr. Steinberg is renowned for his extensive research on adolescent brain and psychological development, risk-taking behaviors, and decision-making processes.
BJ Casey, Ph.D.: Serving as the Christina L. Williams Professor of Neuroscience at Barnard College, Columbia University, Dr. Casey is a leading cognitive neuroscientist specializing in adolescent brain development and self-control mechanisms.
Adriana Galván, Ph.D.: A professor of psychology at the University of California, Los Angeles, Dr. Galván directs the Developmental Neuroscience Laboratory, focusing her research on the neural underpinnings of adolescent behavior and brain development.
Katie A. McLaughlin, Ph.D.: As a professor of psychology at Harvard University, Dr. McLaughlin investigates how stress and trauma during childhood and adolescence affect behavioral and brain development, contributing significantly to our understanding of mental health in young populations.
Eva Telzer, Ph.D.: An associate professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Dr. Telzer's research delves into the neural and social processes that influence adolescent decision-making and risk behaviors.
Nick Allen, Ph.D.: A professor of clinical psychology at the University of Oregon, Dr. Allen studies mental health in teenagers and young adults, with a focus on understanding and preventing the onset of mental health disorders during adolescence.
These scholars have made significant contributions to the field of adolescent psychology, enhancing our understanding of teenage development and informing interventions to support youth wellbeing.If you're worried that academic research might be "too hard" to understand or go beyond what you're after, don't worry - several of these thought leaders have written books that may be easier to read than "academic papers."
I hope this helps you to do your research and find the experts and books that resonate with you. Then you can grow your knowledge and understanding and enjoy connecting with your teen!
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