Understanding a few basics of what is happening in the brain of an adolescent prior to an impulsive and destructive behavior (i.e., self-injury, fighting, etc.) will help you walk through the lies, negative thoughts, and emotions that often drive these behaviors. The goal is to teach them when they are being hooked by lies from the [...]
Posts Tagged ‘Neurological Disorders’
Basic Brain Function and Emotional Hijacking
Posted: August 26, 2010 in Adolescent Development, Mental Health, TeensTags: Brain, Cerebral Cortex, Conditions and Diseases, Emotion, Health, Limbic System, Neurological Disorders, Trauma and Injuries
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