Over the past two decades, significant advancement has been made in

understanding the role the brain plays in human behavior. Along with

this new and exciting information emerges a responsibility for

therapeutic professionals to have a solid understanding of the “brain

basics” needed to support the lives of troubled children and youth. The

Hopeful Brain authors provide a common-sense look at modern neuroscience

and its application to positive youth development, psychology and

educational support. Baker and White-McMahon take on the often daunting

world of complex neuroscience and provide readers with practical

strategies that are easy to use and apply across a variety of settings.

This book explores the importance of using strength-based interventions and

creating structured opportunities to “reimburse” troubled children and

youth with positive experiences that teach and transform.