Making The Grade: All About The Brain

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In this week's episode of Making The Grade - Cindy Putnam talks about the brain and how it plays a role in children's lives. She discusses why our brains are so important and how it's development impacts us starting as children into adulthood, what is the meaning of "self-regulation", and how we can help our children when a dysregulated brain state takes place.

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21 Oct 2023 English United States Education · Courses

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