Neuroscience & Child Development
A 19-part course with Brain Academy
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Discover the NeuroCognitive and Behavioral Approach. Learn how 4 brainstructures run our lives and how to take control The NBA (or Neurocognitive and Behavioral Approach) is a fascinating, innovative and multi-disciplinary approach born out of 25... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 1 hr, 54 min
- Lessons 19
- Attachment 1
- Exercises 56
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69 CQ
19 Lessons in This Course
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2 minPsychology lesson 12 CQ
In this short introductory lesson on neuroscience for parents, learn about the science-backed approach this parenting course takes and see what's covered.
with Brain AcademyIn this short introductory lesson on neuroscience for parents, learn about the science-backed approach this parenting course takes and see what's covered.
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12 minParenting lesson 27 CQ
Learn about the power of birth order, discover whether or not sleeping with your children is beneficial, and grasp why being a perfect parent is impossible.
with Brain AcademyLearn about the power of birth order, discover whether or not sleeping with your children is beneficial, and grasp why being a perfect parent is impossible.
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4 minFREEPsychology lesson 3Free3 CQ
From a neurocognitive behavioral approach, gain an understanding of what the reptilian brain is, and how it responds to threats, both perceived and actual.
with Brain AcademyFrom a neurocognitive behavioral approach, gain an understanding of what the reptilian brain is, and how it responds to threats, both perceived and actual.
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7 minFREEPsychology lesson 4Free4 CQ
In this neuroscience lesson, gain a greater understanding of the paleolimbic brain and how self-confidence and trust interact in this region of the mind.
with Brain AcademyIn this neuroscience lesson, gain a greater understanding of the paleolimbic brain and how self-confidence and trust interact in this region of the mind.
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6 minPsychology lesson 54 CQ
The neolimbic brain performs routine operations, houses your memories, and motivates your behavior; learn all this and more in this neuroscience lesson.
with Brain AcademyThe neolimbic brain performs routine operations, houses your memories, and motivates your behavior; learn all this and more in this neuroscience lesson.
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6 minPsychology lesson 64 CQ
What separates us from other species? In this behavioral and cognitive lesson, learn when the prefrontal brain is activated and what it is responsible for.
with Brain AcademyWhat separates us from other species? In this behavioral and cognitive lesson, learn when the prefrontal brain is activated and what it is responsible for.
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2 minBiology lesson 72 CQ
Look at a few examples of parental instinct, then discover what part of the brain is responsible for the uncontrollable need to protect your children from harm.
with Brain AcademyLook at a few examples of parental instinct, then discover what part of the brain is responsible for the uncontrollable need to protect your children from harm.
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3 minParenting lesson 82 CQ
Learn why your child's IQ isn't related to how successful he or she will be in life. Then discover a few ways you can help your child become a better learner.
with Brain AcademyLearn why your child's IQ isn't related to how successful he or she will be in life. Then discover a few ways you can help your child become a better learner.
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2 minPsychology lesson 92 CQ
Learn why, like everything else in life, balance is key when it comes to giving compliments to your children, and discover the best way to praise them.
with Brain AcademyLearn why, like everything else in life, balance is key when it comes to giving compliments to your children, and discover the best way to praise them.
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4 minPsychology lesson 103 CQ
Explore the psychological fundamentals of attachment theory and learn how three different parenting styles produce dramatically different children.
with Brain AcademyExplore the psychological fundamentals of attachment theory and learn how three different parenting styles produce dramatically different children.
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8 minPsychology lesson 115 CQ
In this psychology lesson for parents, learn how reptilian brain behavior (the fight, flight, or freeze reaction) affects your child's behavior and development.
with Brain AcademyIn this psychology lesson for parents, learn how reptilian brain behavior (the fight, flight, or freeze reaction) affects your child's behavior and development.
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4 minPsychology lesson 123 CQ
Learn about the behavioral changes you can expect from your toddler as his or her paleo-limbic brain develops and the terrible twos start to kick in.
with Brain AcademyLearn about the behavioral changes you can expect from your toddler as his or her paleo-limbic brain develops and the terrible twos start to kick in.
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5 minPsychology lesson 133 CQ
This parenting lesson covers the importance of discipline and follow-through in order to shape your child's self-confidence between the ages of 2 and 12.
with Brain AcademyThis parenting lesson covers the importance of discipline and follow-through in order to shape your child's self-confidence between the ages of 2 and 12.
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4 minPsychology lesson 143 CQ
Learn about the science and psychology behind bullying in this lesson for parents. Plus, explore non-violent methods to help your child cope with being bullied.
with Brain AcademyLearn about the science and psychology behind bullying in this lesson for parents. Plus, explore non-violent methods to help your child cope with being bullied.
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4 minPsychology lesson 153 CQ
Learn the differences between introversion, submissiveness, and shyness, then discover parenting advice for building a quiet child's self-esteem.
with Brain AcademyLearn the differences between introversion, submissiveness, and shyness, then discover parenting advice for building a quiet child's self-esteem.
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4 minPsychology lesson 163 CQ
The ability to delay gratification is shaped in a child's early years. Get parenting advice to help you learn how you can teach your kids self-control.
with Brain AcademyThe ability to delay gratification is shaped in a child's early years. Get parenting advice to help you learn how you can teach your kids self-control.
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8 minPsychology lesson 175 CQ
In this psychology lesson for parents, learn how to help your child's true self flourish by fostering intrinsic motivation and letting him or her explore.
with Brain AcademyIn this psychology lesson for parents, learn how to help your child's true self flourish by fostering intrinsic motivation and letting him or her explore.
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7 minPsychology lesson 184 CQ
Public humiliation and other forms of small social trauma can haunt your child for the rest of his or her life. Learn how in this psychology lesson for parents.
with Brain AcademyPublic humiliation and other forms of small social trauma can haunt your child for the rest of his or her life. Learn how in this psychology lesson for parents.
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13 minPsychology lesson 197 CQ
Discover the importance of accepting adolescence, learn how your child's brain is changing, and get tips for raising confident, well-adjusted young adults.
with Brain AcademyDiscover the importance of accepting adolescence, learn how your child's brain is changing, and get tips for raising confident, well-adjusted young adults.
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1290 min12-part Psychology course51 CQ
Boost your consumer awareness and get a better understanding of how marketing works with this course. Using the principles of neuroscience, you'll explore current examples of marketing manipulation.
with Brain AcademyBoost your consumer awareness and get a better understanding of how marketing works with this course. Using the principles of neuroscience, you'll explore current examples of marketing manipulation.
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631 min6-part Psychology course19 CQ
Learn about the neurocognitive and behavioral approach, including how the reptilian brain, paleolimbic brain, neolimbic brain, and prefrontal brain control human behavior.
with Brain AcademyLearn about the neurocognitive and behavioral approach, including how the reptilian brain, paleolimbic brain, neolimbic brain, and prefrontal brain control human behavior.
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855 min8-part Emotional Health course32 CQ
Don't waste another day feeling stressed; learn how to manage, mitigate, and relieve stress with guidance from neuroscience expert Gregory Caremans in this course on stress management techniques.
with Brain AcademyDon't waste another day feeling stressed; learn how to manage, mitigate, and relieve stress with guidance from neuroscience expert Gregory Caremans in this course on stress management techniques.
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37146 min37-part Personal Growth course89 CQ
Are you interested in personal growth and emotional development? Consider this course on the neurocognitive and behavioral approach, or NBA, which can help you reduce stress and find happiness.
with Brain AcademyAre you interested in personal growth and emotional development? Consider this course on the neurocognitive and behavioral approach, or NBA, which can help you reduce stress and find happiness.
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2 minPsychology lesson2 CQ
Everyone experiences stress, but not everybody can manage their stress well. Find out how to observe others' stress and how to help your loved ones.
with Brain AcademyEveryone experiences stress, but not everybody can manage their stress well. Find out how to observe others' stress and how to help your loved ones.
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35451 min35-part Psychology course249 CQ
Psychology is a complex subject—and so is the human brain. In this introductory psychology course, Dr. Lisa Fosbender teaches about common human psychological concepts.
with Dr. LisaPsychology is a complex subject—and so is the human brain. In this introductory psychology course, Dr. Lisa Fosbender teaches about common human psychological concepts.
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12183 min12-part Psychology course97 CQ
Neuro-linguistic programming, or NLP, is a powerful tool for change and growth. Learn how to use it to face challenges, improve communication, and reach success.
with The Thought GymNeuro-linguistic programming, or NLP, is a powerful tool for change and growth. Learn how to use it to face challenges, improve communication, and reach success.
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1492 min14-part Psychology course53 CQ
If you're struggling to lose weight or stick to a healthy diet, committing to your goals can be more difficult than you thought. The proven psychology strategies introduced in this course can help!
with Social PsychologistIf you're struggling to lose weight or stick to a healthy diet, committing to your goals can be more difficult than you thought. The proven psychology strategies introduced in this course can help!
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768 min7-part Psychology course37 CQ
If you're looking to improve your happiness, try this self-help course based on actual psychology research that highlights a range of specific life hacks that reflect the science of happiness!
with Social PsychologistIf you're looking to improve your happiness, try this self-help course based on actual psychology research that highlights a range of specific life hacks that reflect the science of happiness!
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1294 min12-part Psychology course53 CQ
In this social psychology course, explore the study of subliminal persuasion, including its history, the psychology behind it, and studies that prove just how effective it is (and isn't).
with Social PsychologistIn this social psychology course, explore the study of subliminal persuasion, including its history, the psychology behind it, and studies that prove just how effective it is (and isn't).
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524 min5-part Science course14 CQ
Volcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
with Darron GedgeVolcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
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15165 min15-part Physics course92 CQ
Physics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
with Es EinsteiniumPhysics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
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1152 min11-part Science course33 CQ
When you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
with AstronomicWhen you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
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22144 min22-part Biology course83 CQ
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
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46342 min46-part Chemistry course196 CQ
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
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9119 min9-part Parenting course66 CQ
Whether you're a student looking to get better grades or a parent who wants to motivate their child, this course offers expert techniques to improve any learner's academic performance and self esteem.
with Alan YipWhether you're a student looking to get better grades or a parent who wants to motivate their child, this course offers expert techniques to improve any learner's academic performance and self esteem.
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734 min7-part Parenting course20 CQ
From getting your kids to enjoy a variety of fruits and vegetables, to avoiding artificial sugar, Mandy from Healthy Kids Inc. shares recipes that will nourish your children and keep them happy.
with Healthy Kids IncFrom getting your kids to enjoy a variety of fruits and vegetables, to avoiding artificial sugar, Mandy from Healthy Kids Inc. shares recipes that will nourish your children and keep them happy.
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61 minFREEParenting courseFree20 CQ
In this Curious Conversation, join author Julie Lythcott-Haims as she discusses challenges in parenting, and her book, How to Raise an Adult.
with Julie Lythcott-HaimsIn this Curious Conversation, join author Julie Lythcott-Haims as she discusses challenges in parenting, and her book, How to Raise an Adult.
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831 min8-part Parenting course21 CQ
Coping with divorce is challenge affecting all members of a family. Whether you are divorced or you're planning to divorce, this course offers key strategies that you can use to empower your children.
with Teresa TrowerCoping with divorce is challenge affecting all members of a family. Whether you are divorced or you're planning to divorce, this course offers key strategies that you can use to empower your children.
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733 min7-part Parenting course20 CQ
Feeling overwhelmed as a new father? Assuage your anxieties, and learn how to handle the exciting new challenges of parenthood in this course from marriage and family therapist Julian Redwood.
with Julian Redwood, MFTFeeling overwhelmed as a new father? Assuage your anxieties, and learn how to handle the exciting new challenges of parenthood in this course from marriage and family therapist Julian Redwood.