Adult Brain

Gone are the days when people stop working at exactly 5 pm and sleep at 8 pm to complete 8 to 10 hours’ worth of sleep. The hustle and bustle of life penetrated our lives so much that most of us have developed a comfort zone in moving and working most of our time. Pausing from our usual daily activities does not come naturally anymore. It takes deliberate practice to sit down and meditate for even just a few minutes of our time. However, did you know that sleep is just as important as diet and exercise? Our mind and body are active 24/7, so a decrease in energy consumption for 8 hours a ...

This short story is about a very strong and vicious grandmother who murders others just for fun and to potentially eat their brain. She goes on the hunt in this story, but her family attempts to stop her.

Renowned neurologist Dr. Frances E. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents, and teachers. As a mother, teacher, researcher, clinician, and frequent lecturer to parents and teens, Dr. Jensen is in a unique position to explain to listeners the mystery and magic of the teen brain. In this audiobook, she brings to listeners the new, sometimes astonishing findings that are buried in academic journals.

New from the Smart Teens-Smart Choices series: Information and encouragement for teens with stories by teens, for teens, about: The difference between using, dependency, and addiction; what to do if you or a friend can't stop using; withdrawal, relapse, and recovery; and cool ways to stand your ground and say "no" when being enticed to use drugs or alcohol.