Penn Prof Speaking On Teenage Brains At Easttown Library

BERWYN, PA – The teenage brain is quite a mystery, but luckily the Easttown Library is hosting an expert speaker who will elucidate what drives teens to do the things they do.

Dr. Frances Jensen will be at the library speaking about her book "The Teenage Brain" at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18 at the library, 720 First Ave., Berwyn.

Jensen, who serves as a professor and Chair of the Department of Neurology at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, will discuss her 2016 book which uncovers science behind the actions and decisions teenagers make.

Jensen’s research will help you understand the teenager’s brain, as well as shed light on why teenagers behave the way they do.

Attendees should expect to see topics such as:

• Brain development and how it effects decision making (specifically risk taking);
• effects of technology on the teenage brain;
• how this all translates to the aspects of teens' sleep, stress, sports, as well as, alcohol and other drug use.

The discussion, hosted by Area Residents Caring and Helping, is free and open to the public.

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