The Science of Punishment

The Science of Punishment

Trainer: Regina Davis, Fairbanks Native Association

This training will discuss the brain science of punishment and how it differs from consequences. Developmental differences will be explained along with the reasons why punishment does not work for teens from hard places and why caregivers continue to get into cycles of oppositional defiant behaviors.

The monthly Rural Teleconference is designed for anyone living outside of Anchorage, although anyone can participate. Families may participate by dialing 1-800-944-8766, and then when asked, enter the code: 26867#..Please call in five minutes before the teleconference is schedule to begin to sign in, or stay on the line after the conclusion of the training to give your sign in information in order to receive the 1.0 hour of foster parent training credit. (If you phone in before the group leader, you will hear music, stay on the line!)