Recent advances in brain research have provided great insight into how the brain continues to grow and develop after birth. While positive, nurturing early experiences help the brain develop well, experiences of neglect and abuse can cause some children to develop serious emotional and behavioral challenges. Integrating her interests in neuroscience and relational/cultural theory, Dr. Amy Banks will lead us in a training to gain greater understanding of trauma’s impact on the brain of the developing child and on his/her relationships with primary caregivers and others.
Date: November 4, 2011, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Banks is the Director of Advanced Training at the Jean Baker Miller Training Institute of the Wellesley Centers for Women at Wellesley College and the co-editor of “A Complete Guide to Mental Health for Women”. She also authored the popular project report through the Stone Center Press entitled, “PTSD, Relationships and Brain Chemistry.” She has lectured locally and nationally on a range of topics including the neurobiology of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the neurobiology of human connection.
Cost: $35. Space is limited.
To register, please contact Deborah Walker, Administrative Coordinator, Infant-Parent Training Institute at [email protected] or 781-693-5652.
This program has been approved for 2.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D 51241.
Please visit the IPTI website for more information about this course.