Barbara Strauch examines the biological forces that drive teenage behavior. She draws on cutting-edge neuroscience research to explain why adolescents take risks, struggle with decision-making, and experience intense emotions. The book reveals how the teenage brain undergoes massive rewiring during puberty, particularly in areas controlling impulse control and reasoning. Strauch translates complex scientific findings into accessible explanations for parents, educators, and teens themselves. She demonstrates that many behaviors adults find frustrating or puzzling have deep biological roots. The research shows the adolescent brain continues developing well into the twenties. Strauch offers practical insights for understanding and supporting teenagers through this critical developmental period.
Genres: psychology, adolescence, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: accessible, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: educational, explanatory
Library Binding · Lantiqu