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What's Happening Inside Your Teenagers Brain?
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) You can: Submit a question to our team Follow us on instagram @theparentteacherproject Find out more about us and what we do, visit our website Remember to hit SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any of our future episodes!
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