How Puberty Changes Brain Development in Teenagers
Home How Puberty Changes Brain Development in Teenagers Published: 09/18/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Puberty and brain development are closely connected. As hormones change during puberty, they interact with a brain that’s still maturing throughout the teenage years. These changes often affect how your teen responds to emotions, rewards, […]
The Amygdala and Teen Emotions
Home The Amygdala and Teen Emotions: Why Feelings Feel Bigger Published: 09/17/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Strong emotions are a normal part of adolescence, and amygdala-driven teen emotions may be driving some of these reactions. Your teen isn’t necessarily being “dramatic” or “overreacting.” It’s more likely that their teen […]
Executive Function by Age
Home Executive Function by Age: Teen Brain Development Milestones Published: 09/11/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Executive functioning skills help us remember things, stay focused, solve problems, and manage everyday tasks. But these skills are still developing during adolescence, and not all teenagers develop them at the same rate. Understanding […]
Why Teens Make Impulsive Decisions
Home Why Teens Make Impulsive Decisions: Brain Science Explained Published: 09/11/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Say you come home to find your teen has quit soccer, a sport they love. Why? Because the referee gave them a red card. What’s going on in this scenario? If you’ve ever wondered […]
Brain Plasticity During Adolescence
Home Brain Plasticity During Adolescence: Why Recovery Is Possible Published: 09/03/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS You might worry that difficult experiences during adolescence could affect your teen for years to come. And while this can sometimes be the case, fortunately, the teenage brain isn’t fixed. It’s constantly learning, adapting, […]
How Stress Affects the Developing Teenage Brain
Home How Stress Affects the Developing Teenage Brain Published: 09/03/2026 Authored by: Hayley Snelling, BS Edited by: Jemma Strain, BS Adolescence is a time of big changes, both good and bad. But it might also bring new sources of stress in the form of homework assignments, tests, friendship problems, and growing independence. Some stress is […]
