Crash Course
Monkeys and Morality: Crash Course Psychology
In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank takes a look at a few experiments that helped us understand how we develop as human beings. Things like attachment, separation anxiety, stranger anxiety, and morality are all discussed......
TED Talks
TED: Why school should start later for teens | Wendy Troxel
Teens don't get enough sleep, and it's not because of Snapchat, social lives or hormones -- it's because of public policy, says Wendy Troxel. Drawing from her experience as a sleep researcher, clinician and mother of a teenager, Troxel...
TED Talks
TED: A new way to think about the transition to motherhood | Alexandra Sacks
When a baby is born, so is a mother -- but the natural (and sometimes unsteady) process of transition to motherhood is often silenced by shame or misdiagnosed as postpartum depression. In this quick, informative talk, reproductive...
SciShow
Does Having Abusive Parents Mean You’ll Become One?
Growing up in a violent household creates the risk of perpetuating that violence later in life, but is it avoidable?
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How puberty changes your brain | Shannon Odell
While we often talk about puberty's effect on the body, what gets overlooked are the fascinating changes that happen in the brain. Puberty, in fact, begins in the brain, and lasts as long as five years. And during this extended process,...
TED-Ed
TED-Ed: How friendship affects your brain | Shannon Odell
If it seems like friendships formed in adolescence are particularly special, that's because they are. Childhood, adolescent, and adult friendships all manifest differently in part because the brain works in different ways at those stages...
Crash Course
Adolescence: Crash Course Psychology
In this episode of Crash Course Psychology, Hank has a look at that oh so troublesome time in everyone's life: Adolescence! He talks about identity, individuality, and The Breakfast Club. -- Table of Contents Erikson's 8 Stages of...
TED Talks
TED: How porn changes the way teens think about sex | Emily F. Rothman
* Viewer discretion advised. This video includes discussion of mature topics and may be inappropriate for some audiences. "The free, online, mainstream pornography that teenagers are most likely to see is a completely terrible form of...
Curated Video
Factpack: Why Do Teens Get Spots?
Find out what's happening during puberty that causes spots. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of a learning...
Curated Video
Melatonin and Sleep
Melatonin regulates our sleep cycle and during puberty this hormone becomes imbalanced. Could this be why teenagers are moody? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The hormone melatonin regulates the circadian rhythm - the body's...
Curated Video
Oak Life Cycle
Just one in every 10,000 acorns will grow into a mature tree. Discover the epic life of one oak, from seed to ancient adulthood. Biology - Plants - Learning Points. The oak tree has a lifespan of over 1000 years. It produces thousands of...
Curated Video
Life Cycle Nutrition
From newborn babies to the elderly, changes to our diet at are vital as our age progresses. Find out how different nutrients help our bodies function at different stages in life. Biology - Healthy Living - Our nutritional needs change as...
Curated Video
What is a life cycle?
Humans, frogs and poppies all have very different life cycles. Life processes - Living processes - Life cycles Learning Points The stages of development from birth to death are known as a life cycle. Metamorphosis is part of some life...
Curated Video
Battling Acne: Insights and Innovations
This segment dives into the common issue of acne, exploring its causes and the science behind treatments. Discover how hormonal changes trigger sebum overproduction, leading to clogged pores and breakouts. Learn from experts about the...
Curated Video
Exploring Laziness: A Deep Dive into Idleness and Its Impacts
Unpack the concept of laziness, often misunderstood as just a lack of action. Delve into the psychological, genetic, and physiological aspects of why people may seem lazy, including the role of dopamine in motivation and effort. This...
Curated Video
Confronting Cellulite and Stretch Marks: Scientific Advances and Treatments
Discover the latest scientific innovations aimed at combating common skin concerns: cellulite and stretch marks. This video explains why these skin conditions predominantly affect women and introduces cutting-edge treatments like...
Curated Video
Navigating the Ups and Downs of Adolescence: From Acne to Voice Changes
Explore the myriad of changes that occur during adolescence, including the onset of acne, hair growth, and the deepening of the voice. This video delves into the scientific reasons behind these transformations, offering insights into...
Curated Video
Your Changing Body
Dr. Algae talks about the way our bodies change as we progress through life. He then discusses puberty and how it affects your body.
Curated Video
Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Dr. Algae talks about the bigger appetite that accompanies the growth spurt of an adolescent. He explains the adolescent body’s need for more calories and the healthiest way to satisfy those needs.
Curated Video
Connected Part 3: Navigating Parental Relationships
Rounding up our 'Connected' series, this episode focuses on understanding and managing relationships with our parents. While parents have a wealth of life experience to share, it can often feel as though they're stifling our...
JJ Medicine
Gigantism & Acromegaly | Growth Hormone, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment
Gigantism & Acromegaly | Growth Hormone, Signs & Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment Gigantism and acromegaly are two medical conditions caused by high levels of growth hormone. Gigantism is a condition involving abnormally tall stature,...
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Social Media Life
Mikki vs the World is a creative, funny, and factual series designed to help teens get a grip on what’s happening inside their heads. Dr. M and Mo dive into the world of social media...and sandwiches... IRL: Social Media part 1