Understanding the Teenage Brain

At what age is the human brain full-sized?

• By the age of 25

• During early childhood

• At birth

• By the second decade of life

Which part of the brain is still maturing during adolescence?

• Cerebellum

• Prefrontal cortex

• Hippocampus

• Amygdala

What is the prefrontal cortex responsible for?

• Processing sensory information

• Future planning and self-control

• Memory storage

• Balance and movement

What risks do teenagers face from addictive drugs and alcohol?

• Hijacking the brain

• Enhanced academic performance

• Improved cognitive abilities

• Increased physical strength

What disease strikes most often during adolescence?

• Schizophrenia

• Diabetes

• Heart disease

• Alzheimer's disease

What triggers the onset of schizophrenia according to the text?

• Developments in the normal adolescent brain

• Poor nutrition during pregnancy

• All of the above

• Genetic makeup

What does the oversized ventricles in schizophrenia patients indicate?

• Enhanced memory capacity

• Other areas of the brain are smaller

• Increased brain activity

• Better fluid circulation in the brain

What is a common symptom of schizophrenia?

• Enhanced language skills

• Hallucinations

• Increased empathy

• Improved physical coordination

What neurotransmitter is believed to be involved in psychosis?

• GABA

• Serotonin

• Dopamine

• Acetylcholine

What is a major challenge for recovering addicts according to the text?

• Making new friends

• Learning new skills

• Stopping automatic responses to drug cues

• Finding employment