“What we are hoping for is creating language, vocabulary, shared conversations, where we can help each other move forward in helping children… there’s information out there that can help [teachers] understand the children in the classroom and help them really be more successful.” – Dr. Paul Yellin For the Module 2 discussion, we take our lead from … Read more
After completing the assigned Module readings, discuss what you believe to be the root cause of the development of Substance Use Disorders (spiritual, cultural, biological, or psychological). What are some of its effects on the person, family, and society? Based on your research, what do you believe to be the best prevention and treatment methods? … Read more
Shaping is defined as the differential reinforcement of successive approximations of a target behavior until the person exhibits the target behavior. Discuss an example in research. As well, discuss a personal example of shaping or the ways you have used shaping to impact the behavior of your children or someone else.
Explain the concept of the adolescent brain. What parts of the brain change during adolescence? What evidence do we have for this? How do these changes affect behavior? What can parents and other adults do to help their teenager navigate this period of development?