Brain Health Series: The Developing Brain

Brain Health Series: THE DEVELOPING BRAIN (NICOTINE AND ALCOHOL) Join us for The Brain Series with neuropharmacologist Dr. Vicki Coffin! Designed for everyone--no science background required--this engaging series transforms complex science into simple, practical habits for better focus and everyday well-being. Designed for families, this session explains how the developing brain works and why substances like nicotine and alcohol affect teens (as well as adults). Learn how brain development continues into young adulthood and gain tools to support healthy decision-making through open, informed conversations. WHEN: WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23 TIME: 6 PM - 7 PM WHERE: SOMERSET HILLS YMCA TEEN CENTER COST: FREE & OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY REGISTER NOW! For more information, please contact Lisa Pensabene at [email protected] Dr. Vicki Coffin is a neuropharmacologist, professor, and brain health educator with more than two decades of experience studying how drugs, aging, and lifestyle affect the brain. After years in academic medicine and pharmaceutical research, she now focuses on translating complex brain science into practical tools people can use in everyday life. Dr. Coffin is the founder of Brain to Brain, a brain health coaching initiative dedicated to strengthening cognitive resilience at every stage of life. Through interactive demonstrations, public talks, and brain training strategies, she helps individuals and families understand neuroplasticity, aging, and how healthy habits support lifelong brain function. Her engaging, approachable style makes brain science understandable, empowering, and relevant for all ages.