During adolescence many changes take place within the teenage brain. Dr John Coleman will host this event on Tuesday 24th November from 10 – 11.30am for practitioners to explain how this new information came about as a result of the technology of scanning. Dr John Coleman is a psychologist, author & research fellow. The event will explain:
Some of the key features of the human brain
The main changes that take place during the adolescent years
The role of Hormones such as dopamine
Emotions, stress, risk-taking and sleep
The social brain
Role of the peer group
Dr Coleman will show how the changes lead to both positive & not-so-positive aspects of teenage behaviour. He will conclude by exploring why this matters for practitioners, and how this knowledge can influence practice with troubled young people.
Free Event
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Covid-19 has directly impacted families both positively & negatively. Dr John Coleman will host this event on Thursday 5th November from 7 – 8.30pm for parents. Dr John Coleman is a psychologist, author & research fellow.
During the event, he will explore the:
– challenges parents & teenagers have faced
– future uncertainty & the impact on normal life
– increased anxiety for parents & teenagers
– strategies parents can develop to help their teenager cope with the wide-ranging changes that have occurred as a result of Covid-19
Free Event
Duration: Every Thursday for 2 hours
Aim: To improve the parent/adolescent relationship
FREE for parents/carers to attend
“I don’t want to talk about it.”
“Leave me alone.”
“You’re a melter!”
These phrases are often all too familiar for parents of teenagers. The teenage years can be notoriously challenging but Parenting NI and the Odyssey, Parenting Your Teen Programme can help you navigate your way through the reality of parenting teenagers.
The programme promotes the Authoritative Parenting style, which has been proven to be most effective.
Odyssey Parenting Your Teen Topics
The programme explores a range of topics relating to parenting young people, including:
- Teen Development
- Self-Esteem
- Setting boundaries
- Rules and consequences
- Dealing with conflict
- Problem solving
Call us now on 0808 8010 722 to register. If you would prefer you can complete the Expression of Interest form at the bottom of the page. Completing this form does not secure you a place on the programme, you will need to complete a short registration over the phone. Once the team receive your details they will be in touch to complete your registration. Please note this can sometimes take a few days.
Duration: Every Thursday for 2 hours
Aim: To improve the parent/adolescent relationship
FREE for parents/carers to attend
“I don’t want to talk about it.”
“Leave me alone.”
“You’re a melter!”
These phrases are often all too familiar for parents of teenagers. The teenage years can be notoriously challenging but Parenting NI and the Odyssey, Parenting Your Teen Programme can help you navigate your way through the reality of parenting teenagers.
The programme promotes the Authoritative Parenting style, which has been proven to be most effective.
Odyssey Parenting Your Teen Topics
The programme explores a range of topics relating to parenting young people, including:
- Teen Development
- Self-Esteem
- Setting boundaries
- Rules and consequences
- Dealing with conflict
- Problem solving
Call us now on 0808 8010 722 to register. If you would prefer you can complete the Expression of Interest form at the bottom of the page. Completing this form does not secure you a place on the programme, you will need to complete a short registration over the phone. Once the team receive your details they will be in touch to complete your registration. Please note this can sometimes take a few days.
