Episode 218: BARBARA ARROWSMITH-YOUNG Talking Neuroplasticity with the Woman Who Changed Her Brain

An innovator and author in the field of neuroeducation, Barbara Arrowsmith-Young’s work utilizing the principles of neuroplasticity is used worldwide to enhance cognitive functioning.  Her vision is to put the Brain in the Education Equation.  

Her work begun in 1978 is recognized as one of the first examples of the practical application of neuroplasticity to address learning difficulties and its application has expanded to address those dealing with traumatic brain injury, addiction, cognitive decline with aging and those who want to enhance performance.  

Her journey and work is documented in her bestselling book, The Woman Who Changed Her Brain and in her TEDx talk. As the Director of the Arrowsmith Program, Barbara continues to engage in research to understand how we can drive neuroplastic change in the brain to benefit learners of all ages.  

In this episode, Barbara Arrowsmith-Young discusses brain neuroplasticity, addiction and how she helps numerous of her students to overcome TBI and learning difficulties.

Learn more about Barbara here: https://www.arrowsmith.ca/

Instagram: @thearrowsmithprogram

Get Barbara's book here: https://amzn.to/4a8ozTp

Learn about your unique learning profile – Arrowsmith Cognitive Questionnaire: https://questionnaire.arrowsmithprogram.com  

TEDx Talk, The Woman Who Changed Her Brain with Barbara Arrowsmith-Young: https://youtu.be/o0td5aw1KXA  

On-Demand Webinars: Shaping Our Brain  https://www.arrowsmith.ca/webinar-series-shaping-our-brains  

Unleashing the Power of Neuroplasticity: Strengthening Your Brain for Success in the Classroom, Work and in Life:  https://www.arrowsmith.ca/learning-focus-webinar-series  

Books on the power of the brain and cognitive transformation:   
The Brain Pioneer - Free Download  
Brain School - Free Download  

Arrowsmith Website URL:   www.arrowsmith.ca  
Arrowsmith Blog: www.arrowsmith.ca/blog  
Research on Arrowsmith: www.arrowsmith.ca/research  

Social Media Channels:    
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arrowsmithprogram   
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arrowsmith-program   
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thearrowsmithprogram/   
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1s61VxMQgdk7fO-3h7tRKw   

CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
1:50 Barbara's background
13:30 What's possible in improving learning difficulties
19:21 The role of belief in healing
29:50 When the brain is exhausted
34:45 Barbara's work with addiction
39:10 Sleep and the brain
42:41 Things that wreck your brain health

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