4th Brain Development and Learning Conference

A powerful and enriching conference for everyone trying their best in raising, educating, or counseling children and youth, wishing they had more guidance, wishing they knew more about what the research says. Hear about the latest advances in neuroscience, medicine, and developmental science from the remarkable scientists who made the discoveries,  presented with clarity & enthusiasm in ways parents and the general public can understand, see the immediate relevance of, and use. 

“One of the best conferences I have ever attended – it was inspiring.”
– Barbara Fitzgerald, MD, Pediatrician, BC Children’s Hospital
 
Be prepared to be inspired, empowered, even transformed
 
This much-loved series began in 2006 and has doubled in size each time it’s been offered because people find it so valuable.  99% of those who attended the last conference rated it as outstanding!
 
Topics for 2013 include:
  • Interrelations between Mind, Body and Spirit – Unmet social, emotional, or physical needs can work against doing one’s best in school or at work. Learn the scientific evidence behind what you may have observed.
  • Trauma, Stress and Healing – 5 of the top experts in the world will be presenting.
  • Flourishing Despite Developmental Disorders, Motor Challenges or Blindness – Remarkable neuroplasticity but also the need to encourage empowerment and accomplishment rather than custodial care and low-level training.
  • Integrating Indigenous Healing Practices with Western medicine.
  • Education that Works. 
  • Internal Family Systems Therapy.    
  • Inner Resilience. 
  • Protecting Children from the effects of Depression in the family.
“A conference not to be missed!” 
– Dr. Clyde Hertzman
Director of the Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP)
and Health Researcher of the Year (2010)
 
“The conference was an absolute revelation on so many levels ... a chance to engage both intellectually and emotionally – something very rare in conferences these days.”
– Lynne Lawrence, Executive Director, AMI
 
“There was a wonderful feeling of mutual respect. What I found most impressive was the comfortable, grounded, open atmosphere that had a feeling of community.”
 
 “The speakers are exceptional, the organization of the conference supreme, the spirit of the whole conference is great; this is the best conference I ever attended.”
 
“What a wonderful experience!”
 
CE Credits are available in many fields and medical specialties. Scholarships are available.
 
SAVE MONEY:  Register before February 16th and receive the early bird discount.