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As an eminent neurobiologist and single mother of two teenaged boys, dr. Jensen is an advocate for awareness of the adolescent brain development, its unique strengths and vulnerabilities, as well as their impact on medical, social, and educational issues unique to teenagers and young adults, and author of the book the teenage brain, released by harper collins in 201516, translated and. Jensen brings to readers the astonishing findings that previously remained buried in academic journals. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults 2014, centers on uncovering the mysteries of the teenage brain, and how parents can better communicate with their adolescent children.
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Jan 31, 2019 like a bell struck more sharply, the brain of the adolescent mouse produces a more dramatic replyand then sustains it for longer. Jensen, md, is professor and chair of the department of neurology at the perelman school of medicine, university of pennsylvania. Jensen, a mother, teacher, researcher, and internationally known expert in neurology, introduces u. Drawing on her research, knowledge, and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologistand mother of two boys frances e.
Jensen and amy ellis nutt p2014 harpercollins canada. Jan 16, 2015 the teenage brain by frances e jensen, 9780062067845, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Frances jensen, a neuroscientist and single mother of two boys. It began with a general overview about how brains develop in the adolescent years and how teen brains are very different from adult brains.
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This is a book about trying to understand adolescent behavior by learning about adolescent brain development. Along the way, she will explore a few myths about adolescent behaviour and offer pointers and practical suggestions on how to negotiate this difficult and dynamic life stage for parents, teachers and even teens themselves. Jensen is chair of the department of neurology in the perelman school of medicine at the university of pennsylvania. Mar 12, 2015 in their newly released book, the teenage brain.
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Publishers summary drawing on her research, knowledge, and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologistand mother of two boysfrances e. Jan 06, 2015 a new york times bestsellerrenowned neurologist dr. The power of the adolescent brain with frances jensen, md, facp discussion guide for families this discussion guide is designed for families who are interested in learning more about adolescent brain development and the implications for parenting and supporting teens. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults ebook written by frances e. Addiction is a form of learning, and frances jensen, professor of pediatric neurology at the teaching hospital of harvard medical school reveals exactly what lies behind all aspects of teenage behaviour and its lasting effects from drugs, lack of sleep and. She alsoparticularly relevant to the writing of a book on this subjectis the mother of two sons.
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