Understanding Brain Development and Resilience

The video discusses human brain development, emphasizing the importance of experience-dependent growth and the role of the limbic system. It explains how stress and hormones like cortisol and oxytocin affect brain development and resilience. The video highlights the significance of calibrated stress and challenge in fostering brain growth and the role of teachers and parents in supporting children through these challenges.

What is a critical period in brain development?

• A time when the brain is fully developed

• A period when the brain stops growing

• A phase when the brain is highly sensitive to experiences

• A time when the brain is less active

What does 'experience-dependent growth' mean?

• Growth that is predetermined by genetics

• Growth that is influenced by experiences and relationships

• Growth that happens only in adulthood

• Growth that occurs regardless of experiences

Which part of the brain is responsible for emotions?

• Amygdala

• Hippocampus

• Prefrontal cortex

• Cerebellum

How does cortisol affect the brain during stress?

• It enhances memory

• It promotes relaxation

• It can cause damage if stress is unrelenting

• It increases happiness

What is the role of oxytocin in the brain?

• It increases stress levels

• It helps manage stress and builds resilience

• It decreases memory function

• It causes emotional instability

What is the biological basis of resilience?

• Dopamine

• Adrenaline

• Oxytocin

• Cortisol

How does mild to moderate stress affect brain growth?

• It has no effect on the brain

• It causes permanent damage

• It hinders brain development

• It stimulates positive brain growth

What is the 'zone of proximal development'?

• A state where children are fully independent

• A phase where children need no guidance

• A period of complete stress

• A zone where children can learn with some support

What should teachers focus on to promote brain development?

• Avoiding all challenges

• Providing calibrated challenges

• Ensuring no stress is present

• Allowing children to learn on their own

What is the role of a good teacher or parent in a child's development?

• To eliminate all stress

• To provide a safe environment for challenges

• To let children face challenges alone

• To focus only on academic success