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Plasticity Means Possibility: Developing Policy for Developing Brains

by UCLA Center for the Developing Adolescent

To have real impact on the lives and futures of young people, science shouldn't stay in the lab. Neuroscientist Adriana Galván talks with policymakers, advocates, and field leaders about the science of adolescent brain development, the policies and practices that support young people, and how the two can intersect. Plasticity means Possibility: Developing Policy for Developing Brains focuses on one topic per season and explores different perspectives in each episode. It's thoughtful science for real-life impact on our youth.

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"We Are Developing Young Leaders"

Host Adriana Galván talks with Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr., who represents Louisiana's second Congressional district, about the importance of meaningful mentorship an

Oct 20
23 min

Youth Decide, Caring Adults Guide

Host Adriana Galván talks with Sarah Keating, Vice President of Girl Experience and Program Delivery at Girl Scouts of the USA, about how youth-focused programs like Girl

Oct 13
23 min

Resilience, Resources, and Pathways for Real Hope

Host Adriana Galván talks with Sixto Cancel, Founder and CEO of Think of Us, which works to transform the child welfare system to promote well-being of children and their

Oct 8
19 min

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To have real impact on the lives and futures of young people, science shouldn't stay in the lab. Join neuroscientist Adriana Galván as she talks with policymakers, advoca

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