Discover the fascinating brain changes that occur in adolescence. We'll explain why teens act the way they do, and how these behaviours can support their development. Join us online to learn how the teenage years can be a period of vulnerability or opportunity for mental health. In a special closing Q&A session, leading expert Professor Daniel Hermens will give answers to your burning questions.
Join us in this session to discover:
- The nuances of screen time and what types may be more or less beneficial for young people
- An introduction to how attention works in the brain (and how technology *may* influence this)
- Current evidence-based guidelines for adolescent screen time
- The potential impacts of cyberbullying in social media
- Limitations and gaps in the current literature
- Important future directions for research
This webinar is offered as a part of our Brain Science for Wellbeing series.
Please note: This webinar was originally scheduled for 10 December but was postponed to 20 January