Calibration and Recalibration of the Mammalian Stress System: Implications for Developmental Psychopathology

Megan Gunnar, PhD
Regents Professor • Distinguished McKnight University Professor • Director, Institute of Child Development • Associate Director, Center for Neurobehavioral Development • College of Education and Human Development • University of Minnesota

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

• Discuss the effect of poor early nurturant care on the developing stress response system
• Discuss evidence of a second period of calibration of stress systems during the pubertal transition

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Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences 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.