• Inside the Teen Brain
  • Inside the Teen Brain - A State of Independence

Inside the Teen Brain

Duration: 2 hrs 49 mins Publication Date: 10 Sep 2024 Next Review Date: 18 Mar 2027

Learning Series Description

Join Dr. Jane Gilmour as she interviews leading experts to uncover the fascinating science behind adolescent brain development. This series explores key themes such as identity formation, emotional regulation, risk-taking, and peer influence, shedding light on how these processes shape teenage behaviour. Through engaging discussions, experts provide evidence-based insights and practical strategies to help professionals, parents, and educators better support young people during this pivotal stage of life.

About this Learning Series

This learning series includes:

  • 2 hrs 49 mins of on-demand video
  • Access on desktop, tablet and mobile
  • Certificate of completion

Details:

  • Level: All Levels
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English

Inside the Teen Brain - A State of Independence

Duration: 24 mins Publication Date: 10 Sep 2024 Next Review Date: 10 Sep 2027 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13664

Description

In this episode, Inside the Teen Brain: Youth Experience in CAMHS, Isabella Plows shares her lived experience of accessing Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and reflects on the key factors that supported her recovery. She highlights the importance of building trusting, consistent relationships with professionals, the value of clear communication, and the need for structured and goal-oriented care. Isabella also discusses the challenges young people face while waiting for services, offering practical suggestions such as regular updates, access to resources, and community-based support to bridge this gap. Emphasizing the importance of continuity, she highlights the value of extending CAMHS support to age 25 to better align with ongoing brain development and life transitions. This insightful conversation provides invaluable perspectives for professionals striving to improve services for young people.

Learning Objectives

A. To understand the importance of building trusting and consistent relationships with young people in mental health services.
B. To explore strategies for supporting young people during waiting periods for CAMHS interventions.
C. To identify opportunities for improving continuity and structure in mental health care for adolescents and young adults.

Related Content Links

Inside the Teen Brain - Risky Business
Inside the Teen Brain - A Second Chance
Inside the Teen Brain - Just be Yourself
Inside the Teen Brain - The Heart of the Matter

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