Acknowledgements Introduction 1 Understanding the Brain 2 Buffering Young Hearts and Minds 3 This Is Your Brain on Adolescence! 4 Focus on Resilience Instead of Trauma 5 Know Thy Child's School Well 6 Building Resilience in the Real World 7 Fear Not! 8 Taking Care of Yourself Is Not Selfish 9 Nurturing a Healthy and Happy Mind 10 Keep Calm and Carry On! About the Authors Endnotes References Index

Grounded is a beacon of wisdom for parents navigating the complex landscape of modern childhood. Drawing on their extensive research and personal experiences as parents and educators, the authors have crafted a comprehensive guide that transcends age boundaries, offering practical insights from infancy to adolescence. Grounded provides a user-friendly introduction to neurological development and highlights that a parent's wellbeing is integral to supporting their children effectively. Rooted in neuroscience, psychology and education, it serves as a roadmap in parents' journey to foster optimal cognitive, emotional and physiological growth for their children. Informed by a blend of academic rigour and real-world parenting, this ground-breaking book challenges prevailing norms and calls for discernment in assessing home environments, schools, and the broader societal context. It is a call to action for parents who aspire to raise children who are not just academically successful, but resilient, happy and healthy - and well prepared to navigate an increasingly complex world.

Dr Michael C. Nagel is an educator, researcher, author and most importantly a parent. He is the author of 21 books focusing broadly on educational psychology, child and adolescent development and parenting.