Why do seemingly "normal" teens suddenly turn aggressive, violent and commit unthinkable crimes? What can we tell from neuroscience about brain development in violent teens?

As parents, educators and policy makers struggle to handle increasing violence in teens, our ability to use MRI to see in to the brain offers some new clues and guidance for effective intervention.

Eric Jensen argues that the minds and mindset of poor kids and rich kids are very different in four fundamental ways -- processing skills, short term memory, attention skills and sequencing. There is a deficit of these skills among poor children and Jensen shares strategies for bridging this gap.

Most teens do not get enough sleep. According to the National Sleep foundation one study found that only 15% reported sleeping 8 1/2 hours on school nights. Consequences of insufficient sleep include moodiness, difficulty concentrating, and a reduced ability to comprehend and retain what is learned. A brain hungry for sleep can even be deadly. Learn what you need to know to ensure that your teens are getting enough sleep.

Teenagers often take parents and teachers on an emotional roller coaster that can be frustrating and irritating. If you've ever wondered, "What's up with my teen? Is she moody, mad or mentally ill?" This segment will provide answers and practical advice.

What is often casually viewed as a "mild concussion" or other benign head trauma can in fact be a serious brain injury with wide ranging impact on a teen's development.

In this segment we discuss the basics every parent, teacher and coach needs to know about how head injuries may impact a teenager

Why do some young boys batter or otherwise verbally abuse young girls? What are some of the warning signs that a young boy may be inclined to be physically abusive?

Most of the attention in this area has been on what females can do to prevent abuse. This segment focuses on addressing the problem directly with young boys.

What is often casually viewed as a "mild concussion" or other benign head trauma can in fact be a serious brain injury with wide ranging impact on a teen's development.

In this segment we discuss the basics every parent, teacher and coach needs to know about how head injuries may impact a teenager

Why do some young boys batter or otherwise verbally abuse young girls? What are some of the warning signs that a young boy may be inclined to be physically abusive?

Most of the attention in this area has been on what females can do to prevent abuse. This segment focuses on addressing the problem directly with young boys.

Male tweens and teens are failing academically at twice the rate of females. Many parents are frustrated, and many teachers have just given up on underachieving teens. Now, new research has confirmed that male teens and female teens learn differently and the implications are profound. Every parent or teacher struggling with academically challenged teens will want to tune in and get the 411 on the differences you need to consider when teaching teenaged boys and girls.

The media are far from benign in their impact on teenage minds. In fact, citing the latest research from the field of neuroscience and pediatrics, Dr. Meg Meeker and Dr. David Walsh tell us that the minds of teens and tweens are simply insufficiently developed to manage all of the media around them. Each makes a compelling case for managing the media consumption of teens and tweens and offers specific guidelines.