The Attributes of the Adolescent Reward System

Adriana Galván, PhD
Professor • Department of Psychology • UCLA Life Sciences

Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Understand how sleep loss impacts adolescent behavior
• List two brain regions that supports learning during adolescence
• Learn about adolescent brain development
• Understand how changes in the brain reward system impact behavior in adolescents
• Learn about the role of sleep during adolescent brain development

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Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Grand Rounds presentations are for educational purposes and intended only for behavioral/mental health professionals and clinical providers.

Continuing education (CE) credit is available for physicians, psychologists, nurses, and therapists who participate in this activity.