Writing Homework Help

) Listen to Chapter 8 – Adolescent Physical & Cognitive (54:48) and respond to the embedded discussion question(s). Make this the first part of your thread post.

2) Choose one of the following and develop a response.

• Watch Teenage Brain Series (Ch. 8) : This film presents some of the neuroscientific perspectives that inform our understanding of the brain at this critical time in development. What are some key points from the film that illustrate and inform your understanding of the brain at this time of development? What do you find most compelling? What questions does it leave you with?
• Watch Eating Disorders (Ch. 9) – In association with the bodily changes that accompany puberty – eating disorders continue to be a clinical concern within the realm of human development. Adolescents in particular are at risk due to heightened self consciousness, especially where body image and self esteem is concerned. This film is produced locally and features clinicians from The Emily Program , a local treatment organization in the Twin Cities. How does the information in the film compare with that which is found in the text on eating disorders? What key points made by the film caught your attention the most? What questions does it leave? (additional resources on eating disorders can be found at The Melrose Center )