Attachment from a Neuroscience Lens with Dr. Jerrod Brown
- Sandra Flach

- Oct 13, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Jul 22
“And the ransomed of the LORD shall return and come to Zion with singing; everlasting joy shall be upon their heads; they shall obtain gladness and joy, and sorrow and sighing shall flee away.” -Isaiah 51:11
On this episode of The Adoption & Foster Care Journey Podcast, host Sandra Flach talks with Dr. Jerrod Brown about attachment from a neuroscience lens.

Dr. Brown is a professor, trainer, researcher, consultant, and founder and CEO of the American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS). He has extensive expertise in fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), trauma, traumatic brain injury (TBI), executive dysfunction, neuropsychology, and other brain-based conditions. A prolific educator and author, Dr. Brown has completed multiple graduate degrees and certificates, published numerous articles and book chapters, and is a sought-after speaker and podcast guest.
Listen in to Sandra’s conversation with Dr. Brown on Episode 501 wherever you get your podcasts.




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