The Adolescent Brain – Workshop Handout


We could reasonably suggest that during the adolescent stage, it may be biologically difficult for a person to wrangle their emotions, impulses, and behaviors.

As a medical educator, how would you teach a group of parents about why their adolescent boys and girls are “acting out”?

In approximately 3 pages, create a “fact sheet” in MS Word that includes a chart, images, or banners, tables, etc., that explain why adolescent children may be less logical and more emotional in their decision-making. As part of your fact sheet, include ideas on how parents can best support their teenager during this time

Be sure that you use peer-reviewed research and the textbook to support your 3-page handout.