29. What's Happening Inside Your Teenagers Brain?

The Parent-Teacher Project

In this episode we interview Dr. Robin Choong about how to understand the teenage brain. Dr. Choong is an intensive care physician and is also trained as a pediatrician. He works across multiple hospitals in Sydney, Australia.

Dr. Choong explains the brain's development, and how it explains a teenager's tendency to be more impulsive. In listening to this episode you will also understand the role of the brains 3 neurotransmitters (dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin), and why understanding how habits are formed is so important in the process.

Key Quote:

"Focus determines destiny"

You don’t want to miss

• Brain development explained
• Neurotransmitters described (Oxtocin, Serotonin, Dopamine)
• How habits are formed (Good & Bad)
• The dangers of stimulants & social media

Resources:

• Oxytocin
• Dopamine
• Serotonin
• The Social Dilemma (Free Documentary)

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