If you have ever wondered why people are different in theway they behave, learn, relate to each other, communicate, and live theirlives, the answer lies in the brain. Please join us to learn more about whatthe brain is, what it does, how it develops, including the many ways thatdevelopment can be derailed. You will emerge from this training with a betterappreciation of your own brain and that of the people around you, and learnspecific ways in which you can boost brain activity and advance the cognitivepotential of yourself and your clients.
This training has a required preparatory homework componentwhich is estimated to take 1.5 hours to complete. This work must be completed beforeattending the scheduled session and those who do not submit their completedactivity before the training date will not be permitted to attend. Registrationfor the session will close seven days before its date and instructions for thehomework activities will be emailed to the registered participants at thattime.
Learning outcomes:
Specifically, individuals completing this training will beable to
- Describe the differences between types of cells which make up the brain and how the communication between those cells facilitates our behavior, thoughts, and emotions.
- Identify the main structures of the human brain and their functions.
- Describe changes in brain development before and after birth through adulthood.
- Appreciate the concept of neurodiversity and its various causes: genetics, brain infections, and environmental factors like chemical exposure, oxygen deprivation, or malnutrition.
- Recognize which activities can facilitate brain development and regeneration through the mechanism of neuroplasticity.
- Engage in brain boosting activities with the people they support.
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Workshop Details
Maximum Participants: 20
Attendee Fee: $0.00
