5 ways we misunderstand adolescents, according to brain science

Really good content hear talking about the negative stereotypes we usually give to teenagers.

There is a growing appreciation of adolescence as a time of rapid growth, learning and change. A decade of research studying adolescence makes clear to me the importance of clarifying the truth about this crucial stage of human development.

Here are some important misconceptions:

1. We over-problematize

2. We blame it on their brains

3. We underestimate the brain’s capacity for learning and development.

4. Calling them teenagers leads to misunderstanding

5. We forget to see them as a force for good

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