Heather Ross
Heather Ross
EP109 How To Make Sense of Behaviors That Don’t Make Sense (To You) Pt 1
EP109 How To Make Sense of Behaviors That Don’t Make Sense (To You) Pt 1
EP109 How To Make Sense of Behaviors That Don’t Make Sense (To You) Pt 1
Tuesday 4th February 2025
Explore the brain science behind your child's puzzling behaviours with Heather Ross. Gain insights to better support and understand your child.
18 minutes
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Heather Ross
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Substance use disrupts the prefrontal cortex, affecting planning and self-control.
- The dopamine system prioritises immediate gratification, impacting motivation.
- Understanding brain science can help parents develop compassion and patience.
- Different brain areas are affected by substance use in varying ways.
- Supporting your child involves acknowledging their current capabilities.
Behaviours make sense when we understand the brain.
Ever wondered why your child can master a game of chess but struggles to get ready on time? Heather Ross tackles this head-scratcher in the latest episode of Living With Your Child's Addiction. She dives into the science behind these perplexing behaviours, exploring how substance use impacts different parts of the brain. You'll learn why some skills remain intact while others falter, providing a fresh perspective on your child's actions.
Heather shares personal anecdotes and scientific research, making complex topics easy to grasp. She explains how the prefrontal cortex, responsible for planning and self-control, gets disrupted by substance use, leading to impulsive decisions and difficulties with routine tasks. The episode also covers the role of the dopamine system in seeking instant gratification and how this affects motivation and future planning. Heather's engaging storytelling and relatable examples make this episode both informative and comforting.
By understanding the brain's role in these behaviours, you'll gain compassion and patience, helping you support your child more effectively. Don't miss out on this enlightening discussion that could transform your approach to parenting a child with addiction.