Review of Talking About Adolescence
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Review of Talking About Adolescence
[Following is a volunteer review of "Talking About Adolescence" by Eichin Chang-Lim.]
In order to understand adolescents, it is very important to understand the developmental milestones, the anatomy and physiology of the human reproductive system, and the brain. Talking About Adolescence, book 2, titled Supercharge Your Body and Brain Power, by Eichin Chang-Lim, OD, MS, MA, used the approach effectively. The book aims to help adolescents and young adults understand how their bodies and brains work. I loved that the book did not use complicated biological terms to pass on the teachings. It used simplified terms and explanations to explain the very complicated biological functions and body parts like the brain. It also used well-labeled diagrams for the brain and both the male and female reproductive systems.
The book aims to help us understand why adolescents behave the way they do. We are enlightened about the brain's frontal lobe function in decision-making and impulse control and why adolescents are unable to make rational, well-thought-out decisions like adults. The book also delves into how the brain and reproductive system both play a role in hormone secretion and function. The author uses theories like Erikson's psychosocial development theory and Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory to help us understand more.
I appreciated the fact that the book was well-researched because the author provided references at the end of the book. The author also provided hotlines and helplines when explaining the common mental health illnesses and addiction issues related to substance abuse, which I found really helpful. Side effects of commonly abused drugs were also sufficiently explained, and coping skills and strategies were well taught.
I learned a lot by reading the book. First, I learned that the adolescent brain is wired to learn and establish good habits. Secondly, faster and easier learning has negative implications regarding bad things or habits. I also learned about the 8 executive functions and their importance. The book is divided into three parts, and all parts are well organized. I loved how the author used the Minecraft scenario and flowers to enhance readers’ understanding.
The book can be read as a standalone. It offers reflection questions to help the readers internalize the book's teachings. I loved the explanation about complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and childhood traumas. I only found one grammatical error, which suggests the book was professionally well-edited. I couldn't find even a single thing to dislike about the book. Everything was on point, hence the perfect 5 stars out of 5 stars rating. The book will appeal to adolescents, young adults, and parents because it will help them understand themselves and adolescence well. I appreciate the author for addressing the sensitive topic of adolescence, a stage in growth and development.
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Talking About Adolescence
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In order to understand adolescents, it is very important to understand the developmental milestones, the anatomy and physiology of the human reproductive system, and the brain. Talking About Adolescence, book 2, titled Supercharge Your Body and Brain Power, by Eichin Chang-Lim, OD, MS, MA, used the approach effectively. The book aims to help adolescents and young adults understand how their bodies and brains work. I loved that the book did not use complicated biological terms to pass on the teachings. It used simplified terms and explanations to explain the very complicated biological functions and body parts like the brain. It also used well-labeled diagrams for the brain and both the male and female reproductive systems.
The book aims to help us understand why adolescents behave the way they do. We are enlightened about the brain's frontal lobe function in decision-making and impulse control and why adolescents are unable to make rational, well-thought-out decisions like adults. The book also delves into how the brain and reproductive system both play a role in hormone secretion and function. The author uses theories like Erikson's psychosocial development theory and Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory to help us understand more.
I appreciated the fact that the book was well-researched because the author provided references at the end of the book. The author also provided hotlines and helplines when explaining the common mental health illnesses and addiction issues related to substance abuse, which I found really helpful. Side effects of commonly abused drugs were also sufficiently explained, and coping skills and strategies were well taught.
I learned a lot by reading the book. First, I learned that the adolescent brain is wired to learn and establish good habits. Secondly, faster and easier learning has negative implications regarding bad things or habits. I also learned about the 8 executive functions and their importance. The book is divided into three parts, and all parts are well organized. I loved how the author used the Minecraft scenario and flowers to enhance readers’ understanding.
The book can be read as a standalone. It offers reflection questions to help the readers internalize the book's teachings. I loved the explanation about complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and childhood traumas. I only found one grammatical error, which suggests the book was professionally well-edited. I couldn't find even a single thing to dislike about the book. Everything was on point, hence the perfect 5 stars out of 5 stars rating. The book will appeal to adolescents, young adults, and parents because it will help them understand themselves and adolescence well. I appreciate the author for addressing the sensitive topic of adolescence, a stage in growth and development.
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Talking About Adolescence
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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