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Root number
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454934 |
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Semester
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HS2026 |
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Type of course
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Seminar |
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Allocation to subject
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Psychology |
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Type of exam
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not defined |
| Title |
Adolescence: Vulnerabilities and opportunities of the teenage brain |
| Description |
Content: In this seminar, we will address the vulnerability and great potential of adolescents. Adolescence lasts longer than ever and the teenage brain is amazingly malleable. These new insights underscore the importance of this developmental period (about age 13 to 24) for a person's success and satisfaction in life. Moreover, these new insights call for a rethinking of how we interact with adolescents, how we educate and teach them - that is, how and as what we understand them to be.
This course provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the most current research in the field of adolescence. Among other things, we will look at research on brain plasticity, specific behavioral aspects of adolescents (such as increased preference for novelty seeking, high risk taking, intense emotions and impulsivity, and increased reward sensitivity, creativity, and curiosity), and also consider research on the specific role of peer relationships. In addition, we will critically discuss implications for parents, educators, and society in general. Finally, we will reflect on how these insights shape our perception and interpretation of our own adolescence.
Requirements: The seminar requires a high level of continuous and active participation. In each session (6 x 4 lessons), an interactive exchange about the English literature is expected. In small groups, students will take on the role of experts for part of the respective seminar session and will also individually present an empirical study. Finally, in two learning journal entries, students will critically reflect on both the personal and scientific relevance of the material.
The grading of the 5 ECTS will be based on the two learning journal entries (submitted during the master's examination week), the group work, and the individual presentation. A maximum of one missed session (4 lessons) is allowed.
Literatur:
*Steinberg, L. (2014). Age of opportunity: Lessons from the new science of adolescence. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt.
*Siegel, D. J. (2013). Aufruhr im Kopf: Was während der Pubertät im Gehirn unserer Kinder passiert. München: mvg Verlag.
Siegel, D. J. (2013). Brainstorm: The power and purpose of the teenage brain. New York, NY: Penguin.
Registration: Registration must be made through KSL. The registration is compulsory and cannot be cancelled or changed. |
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Registrations are transmitted from CTS to ILIAS (no admission in ILIAS possible).
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Further information for this course
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| Lecturers |
Dr.
Regula Neuenschwander, Dean's Office of the Faculty of Human Sciences ✉
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ECTS
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5 |
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Recognition as optional course possible
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No |
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Grading
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1 to 6 |
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| Dates |
Friday 18/9/2026 10:15-14:00
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Friday 2/10/2026 10:15-14:00
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Friday 16/10/2026 10:15-14:00
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Friday 6/11/2026 10:15-14:00
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Friday 20/11/2026 10:15-14:00
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Friday 4/12/2026 10:15-14:00
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