Season 6, Episode 10 - The Science Behind Mental Health

In this episode, Derin interviews an accomplished professor on the mental health challenges that teens are facing and the science behind it all.

About Professor Aydin
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aysegulgungoraydin/
https://scholar.google.com.tr/citations?user=ANf8wGoAAAAJ&hl=en
https://x.com/agungoraydin

Learn More About the Brain and Mental Health
Harvard University's Center on the Developing Child – Brain Architecture
https://developingchild.harvard.edu/key-concept/brain-architecture/
Short videos and graphics that explain how early life experiences affect brain development.

Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence – What Teens Need to Know
https://www.ycei.org/teens
Tools and guidance on emotional self-awareness and resilience.

Understanding Neurodivergence, Autism, and Sensory Processing
Neurodiversity Resource Library for Teens
https://www.neurodiversitylibrary.org/
A curated list of stories, guides, and videos by and for neurodivergent people.

Autism Level UP! – Sensory Profile Tools
https://autismlevelup.com/
Free worksheets to understand your sensory needs and regulation strategies.

ADDitude Magazine's ADHD in Teens Hub
https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-children/teens/

Teen-centered resources on living with ADHD, including coping tips and diagnosis guides.