The Brain Story synthesizes decades of research and reflects a body of knowledge that experts agree is useful for policy-makers and citizens to understand. Lifelong health is determined by more than just our genes: experiences at sensitive periods of development change the brain in ways that increase or decrease risk for later physical and mental illness, including addiction. That finding is the premise of the Brain Story, which puts scientific concepts into a narrative that is salient to both expert and non-expert audiences. Thanks to the generous support of the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA), the entire course has been translated, so you can opt to learn in either English or French.Īre you a Brain Story Certification Course graduate? Congratulations, and thank you for your invaluable feedback! Please note that these updates have no effect on the certification status of course graduates. Participants asked for a French-language version of the course, and now that's available too. The course now includes a new bibliography, a new glossary, an improved navigation system, updated videos and reflective questions in each module. The new course has been streamlined and is more concise, but continues to provide a deeper understanding of brain development and its connection to addiction and mental health. Welcome to the new Brain Story Certification Course – we improved the learning experience based on your feedback.
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This is important information for everybody to understand how our earliest experiences can affect our long-term mental and physical health.Įnroll Now UPDATED AND AVAILABLE IN FRENCH The University of Oxford, in partnership with the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative, is working to share knowledge about the science of brain development for families and professionals.