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The Hand Model of the Brain: How the Brain Handles Stress

Learn how your brain responds to stress with Dr. Akhu’s simple hand model. This quick video makes emotional regulation easy to understand, making it perfect for parents, educators, and anyone seeking stress relief tools grounded in brain science.
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  • Last updated Sep 10, 2025
  • English
  • General Audiences - suitable for all ages
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What you'll learn

In this course, you’ll discover how the hand can be used as a model to better understand the brain and how it responds to stress. 



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Content

In this lesson, Dr. Akhu introduces a simple model of the brain to help you understand what happens during moments of stress. This practical, visual approach makes brain science accessible, memorable, and easier to grasp.

Requirements

No prior knowledge is needed. This course is designed for beginners and anyone curious about how the brain responds to stress. Just bring an open mind and a willingness to learn.

Creator

Adwoa Akhu
@drakhu Dr. Adwoa Akhu - Psychologist, Trainer, Author
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The Hand Model of the Brain: How the Brain Handles Stress

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