HR Insight Series: Deciphering the Turbulent Teen Brain

HR INSIGHT SERIES

Deciphering the Turbulent Teen Brain

Presented by
Ellen McElderry, LIMHP, LADC
Program Manager, Methodist Community Counseling Program

I need a parachute! Did I act this way when I was a teen? Why is my teen doing this? Is this normal?  How do I pilot a plane with a teen onboard?  Most of us have a teen in our lives – son, daughter, grandchild, niece, nephew, student… Everyone wants to see teens grow into happy, healthy successful adults. The journey of teen development can be a thrilling and bumpy ride.  Let’s set some time aside to have a transparent conversation about teen development. Hear what’s common, when to be concerned and how to intervene.  Learn how to fly high, safely land and enjoy the ride with a teenager.