Author Dr. Tina Payne Bryson on "The Whole Brain Child"

The Glenbard Parent Series: (GPS) Navigating Healthy Families, presents “Parenting with the Brain in Mind:Understanding Teen’s Emotions, Relationships and Decisions” with renown clinical psychologist and bestselling author Tina Payne Bryson PhD at 7:00p.m. Wednesday, March 11, at the College of DuPage McAninch Arts Center (MAC) at 425 Fawell Blvd. in Glen Ellyn.

Come hear about the radical changes taking place in the brain of an adolescent. In her genuine, practical, and humorous way, Dr. Bryson will take her knowledge of cutting-edge science and discuss the basics of what’s happening in the brain during adolescence, which can explain why teens act and think the way they do. And, more importantly, Dr. Bryson will describe the important role that parents play in the development and construction of our teens’ brains, in shaping their adult brains to be mentally healthy and ready for meaningful connections with others.Participants will learn how the brain works, how to better approach discipline, and how to help kids deal with everyday struggles. Parents who attend this event will ultimately better connect with the teens they care about and also be better equipped to make decisions that will help children thrive—relationally, academically, emotionally, and intellectually. Don’t miss this very special event at a very special location.

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On Thursday, March 12 at 12:00pm-2:00pm Dr Payne Bryson will present “The Power of the Teenage Brain: Using Brain Science to Nurture Academic and Emotional Health” at the District #15 Marquardt Administration Center, 1860 Glen Ellyn Rd. in Glendale Heights.

Based on the ideas from Dr. Bryson’s books this workshop will focus on how to nurture teens’ academic and emotional health. Dr. Bryson will highlight the fascinating link between an adolescent’s neurological development and the way an adult reacts to misbehavior, providing an effective, compassionate roadmap for dealing with the inevitable difficulties and conflict that arise during this crucial time of life. Complete with candid stories and a great deal of compassion ,this presentation shows you how to peacefully resolve conflict, inspire happiness and strengthen resilience for all.Dr. Bryson is the co-author (with Dan Siegel MD) of the New York Times best selling books THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD, which has been published in over twenty languages, and NO-DRAMA DISCIPLINE. She keynotes conferences for parents, educators, and clinicians all over the world. Dr. Bryson also makes frequent contributions to TIME, Good Morning America, the Huffington Post, and Redbook. Dr Bryson takes research from various fields of science, and offers it in a way that’s clear, realistic, and immediately helpful, focusing on how we can help the kids we love be happier, healthier, and more fully themselves.

Participants are encouraged to register at www.casedupage.com for the noon program only.These free events are open to the public.CPDUs are available for education professionals.GPS is generously sponsored by the Cebrin Goodman Center, Cooperative Association for Special Education (CASE), College of DuPage, DuPage Medical Group, the Emmy Gaffey Foundation, and Trust Company of Illinois.

For more information, contact Gilda Ross, Glenbard Student and Community Projects Coordinator 630 942-7558

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