
Understanding Adolescent Brain Development
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7th Grade
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What is the prefrontal cortex?
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The prefrontal cortex is the part of the brain located at the front, responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and regulating behavior.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the maturation of the prefrontal cortex affect adolescent behavior?
Back
The prefrontal cortex matures late during adolescence, leading to difficulties in inhibiting risk-taking behavior.
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What is the limbic system?
Back
The limbic system is a set of brain structures involved in emotions, motivation, and reward processing, which matures earlier than the prefrontal cortex.
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What is the dual systems model?
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The dual systems model suggests that adolescents have a mature limbic system that drives risk-taking, while their prefrontal cortex, responsible for self-control, is still developing.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why might adolescents take more risks than adults?
Back
Adolescents may take more risks because their limbic system is fully developed, providing strong rewards for risky behavior, while their prefrontal cortex is not yet fully developed to regulate those impulses.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role does the limbic system play in risk-taking behavior?
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The limbic system is responsible for the rewarding feelings associated with taking risks, which can lead to increased risk-taking in adolescents.
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What are the implications of late maturation of the prefrontal cortex?
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Late maturation of the prefrontal cortex can lead to challenges in decision-making and impulse control, resulting in higher likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors.
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