Enriched environment

Low threat environment

High challenge environment

So how old are these guys?They are my peers, not yours!Anthony Kiedis born 1962Flea born 1962

So…Why do teens identify with them?

Generate as many common stereotypes of teen behavior you can in 1 minute. Then

Quickly Divide into

3 Discussion groups.

the classroom white board with your

thoughts

Recall the article “Self-fulfilling Stereotypes.”

Which of the stereotypes you listed do you think are actually true of you?Is there a way for you to change how a person may think about you?

… then empower write!

My friends, who are physicians, think I am

crazy to want to come

to work with teenagers everyday!

Take a look at the grafitti once again. What are some of the more positive stereotypes of teens listed?

So… are my friends correct?

Please be kind in your response!

New perceptions form when sex hormones enter the scene.Learning how to navigate new feelings.Desire to be with peers.Flurry of growth in the cerebellum.Melatonin production clock changes.

Reward system develops before the prefrontal cortex develops.Thickening of the prefrontal cortex, flurry of growth of these neurons.Takes time to “wire them up.”

New perceptions require new learning.What is appropriate vs. what is not.Again consider the role of the prefrontal cortex and the reward/consequence concept.Maturation process involves some trial and error.Desire to be with peers. (like-minded)

Recall 2 things & learn 2 things!

Melatonin, a hormone that brings on sleep.

So we have learned a little about teen brains what about your brain?

How has the environment and genetics shaped your brain?You all have fairly similar backgrounds and experiences, shouldn’t you all have the same brains?

… then empower write!