The Teen Brain

Front

Is it true that human brain development is complete, or close to it, by age 10?

Back

False

Front

The function of the frontal lobe is to ask questions like... How do I locate a geographical area?, Is this a good idea?, How can I improve my grade point average?

Back

Is this a good idea?

Front

Teenagers have a frontal lobe; however, they're going to access it more slowly.

Back

True

Front

The nerve cells that connect teenagers' frontal lobes with the rest of their brain move

Back

Sluggishly

Front

The development of abstract thinking allows adolescents to be able to make good decisions without the aid of adults.

Back

False

Front

It has proven that multitasking, such as listening to music and watching a movie while studying, makes students produce better quality work in much less time.

Back

False

Front

By providing positive feedback, adults can help young teens develop a positive self concept.

Back

True

Front

During adolescence, the relationships teens have with others doesn't change significantly.

Back

False

Front

Extracurricular activities provide opportunities for teens of all ages to meet new people and develop social skills.

Back

True

Front

The role of peer relations change during the teen years in all of the following ways except ________.

Back

making friends is based more on appearances than character.