The books overarching theme, presented from a variety of angles, is that adolescence is a period of unique opportunities and vulnerabilities. Jensen is professor and chair of the department of neurology at the perelman school of medicine at the university of pennsylvania. Educational and useful ill definitely be using some of this information when dealing with. The root myth scientists believed for years was that the adolescent brain was essentially an adult one, only with fewer miles on it. Neuroscientist frances jensen, who wrote the teenage brain, explains. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering support and a way for parents to understand and relate to their own soontobeadult offspring publishers weekly.
Jensen, md, explores adolescent brain functioning and development in the context of learning and multitasking, stress and memory, sleep, addiction, and decision making. Jan 06, 2015 a new york times bestsellerrenowned neurologist dr. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults, dr. What were you thinking understanding the teenage brain. As an eminent neurobiologist and single mother of two teenaged boys, dr. In this instant new york times bestseller, now available in paperback, renowned neurologist dr. Frances jensen discusses the teenage brain youtube. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults by frances e. Its in hardcover and paperback recently and it was a new york times bestseller. Jensen brings to readers the astonishing findings that previously remained buried in academic journals.
For many years, scientists believed that an adolescents brain was similar. Drawing on her research, knowledge, and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologistand mother of two boysfrances e. Jensens the teenage brain article pdf available in cerebrum. Aug 12, 2014 the teenage brain by frances jensen grabbed my attention right away. Who doesnt want to gain wisdom about the most baffling time of life. Jan 28, 2015 new research shows that teenagers brains arent fully insulated, so the signals travel slowly when they need to make decisions. Jensen and amy ellis nutt p2014 harpercollins canada. Find out more about her new book, the teenage brain. As a mother, teacher, researcher, clinician, and frequent lecturer to parents and teens, she is in a unique position to explain to readers the workings of the teen brain. Frances jensen, a neuroscientist, couldnt help but wonder what was going on inside their heads. 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. She cites a number of studies and includes anecdotes from her life as well as her acquaintances. Thats good newsand a clear signal that the teenage brain is by nature more receptive to learning, says frances jensen in her 2015 book the teenage brain. Jensen, md, offers a revolutionary look at the adolescent brain, providing remarkable insights that translate into prac.
She alsoparticularly relevant to the writing of a book on this subjectis the mother of two sons. Drawing on her research, knowledge, and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologistand mother of two boys frances e. A new york times bestseller renowned neurologist dr. Jensen, md, is professor and chair of the department of neurology at the perelman school of medicine, university of pennsylvania. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. Well, no, you have to say, your brain is sometimes an explanation. A neuroscientists survival guide to the teenage brain. Publishers summary drawing on her research, knowledge, and clinical experience, internationally respected neurologistand mother of two boysfrances e. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and. Jan 16, 2015 the teenage brain by frances e jensen, 9780062067845, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery. Frances jensen, a neuroscientist and single mother of two boys. Sep 08, 2017 when frances jensens eldest son, andrew, reached high school, he underwent a transformation.
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A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults by jensen, frances e isbn. It began with a general overview about how brains develop in the adolescent years and how teen brains are very different from adult brains. Jensen gathers what weve discovered about adolescent brain functioning, wiring, and capacity and, in this groundbreaking, accessible book, explains how these eyeopening findings not only dispel commonly held myths about the teenage years. Jensen s experiences as a parent, clinician and public speaker. Jensen, 9780007448319, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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 s the teenage brain article pdf available in cerebrum. Jensen, a mother, teacher, researcher, and internationally known expert in neurology, introduces u.
Your teen talks with the author of the teenage brain. Mar 12, 2015 in their newly released book, the teenage brain. The teenage brain the teenage brain audiobook, 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 smoking to multitasking and stress. Its the teenage brain a neuroscientists guide to raising adolescents and young adults and its harpercollins and you can get it on amazon or any bookstore. This is a book about trying to understand adolescent behavior by learning about adolescent brain development. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults ebook written by frances e. The teenage brain a neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults. 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.
Interweaving clear summary and analysis of research data with anecdotes drawn from her years as a clinician, researcher, and public speaker, renowned neurologist frances e. 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. 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. Jensen will bring to readers the new, sometimes astonishing findings that remain buried in academic journals.
Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents and teachers. Motivated by her personal experience of parenting two teenage boys, renowned neurologist dr. Jensen, whos a neuroscientist and was a single mother of two boys who are now in their 20s, wrote the teenage brain to explore the science of how the brain grows and why teenagers can be. Jensens experiences as a parent, clinician and public speaker. The true story of the teenage brain frances jensen the. 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. A neuroscientists survival guide to the teenage brain the. She alsoparticularly relevant to the writing of a book on this subjectis the mother of two sons who graduated from adolescence. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. May 24, 2017 as far as the brain is concerned, the teenage years are a world unto themselves.
Dr frances jensen is the american author and neuroscientist of the title. The teenage brain presents hard data intermingled with accessible and relatable anecdotes drawn from dr. An internationally respected neurologist offers a revolutionary look at the brains of adolescents, providing surprising insightsincluding why smart kids often do stupid thingsand practical advice for adults and teens. 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. Jul 24, 2017 frances jensen discusses the teenage brain wgbh news.
As a high school teacher, its important for me to understand my students in order to best connect with and teach them. A neuroscientists survival guide to raising adolescents and young adults author. Jensen, md, offers a revolutionary look at the adolescent brain, providing remarkable insights that translate into practical advice both for parents and teenagers. Jensen s parental psychology book, the teenage brain. Jensen is chair of the department of neurology in the perelman school of.