Episode 48: Navigating the Teen Brain. A Conversation with Dr. Dean Burnett.

Have you ever wondered about the hidden mechanisms of the teenage brain and how understanding them can shape a more empathetic and supportive environment for our youth? Dean Burnett, a neuroscientist and author, joins Kaity & Adriane to delve into the complexities of adolescent brain development and the critical role of parental influence.

What to listen for:
• Why teenage brains are wired for risk-taking and seeking new experiences
• How practicing good phone hygiene and setting a positive example can impact teen behavior and emotional regulation
• Why it's essential for parents to recognize and validate their teenagers' emotions, even when they seem exaggerated or trivial
• The difficulties parents face in understanding and empathizing with teenage emotions
• Insights into the development of the teenage brain and how this knowledge can guide parents in allowing teens to take calculated risks and learn from their experiences

So, what are you waiting for? Tune in to uncover the secrets of the teenage brain and how you can better support the young minds in your life.

About the guest:
Dr Dean Burnett is a doctor of neuroscience, an experienced postgraduate lecturer in psychiatry and mental health, and a sometimes comedian. And, most prominently, an internationally acclaimed science author, producing many books such as The Idiot Brain, Emotional Ignorance and Why Your Parents are Driving You Up The Wall and What to Do About It. Dean is in much demand as a science communicator and pundit, but as several of his books are aimed at teens and young people, he has also spoken at many schools and is involved with numerous projects regarding the mental health and development of young people. He lives in Cardiff, UK, with his wife and their two children, a chaotic beagle and a sociopathic cat.

Connect with Dean:
• Website
• Facebook
• Brain Yapping Blog

Mentioned in this episode:
• Brainstorm by Dr. Daniel Siegel

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