Understanding Brain Development

What are the two parts of the brain that develop during adolescence?

• occipital lobe and cerebellum

• hippocampus and amygdala

• thalamus and hypothalamus

• prefrontal cortex and limbic system

What is the primary function of the amygdala?

• Regulating heart rate

• The primary function of the amygdala is to process emotions.

• Storing long-term memories

• Controlling motor functions

How is the amygdala often referred to in relation to emotions?

• cognitive center

• memory hub

• sensory processor

• emotional center

What role does the prefrontal cortex play in decision making?

• The prefrontal cortex primarily processes visual information.

• The prefrontal cortex regulates emotions and stress responses.

• The prefrontal cortex plays a crucial role in evaluating options and predicting outcomes during decision making.

• The prefrontal cortex is responsible for motor skills and coordination.

At what age does the prefrontal cortex typically fully develop?

• 21 years old

• 18 years old

• 25 years old

• 30 years old

Which part of the brain is known as the 'thinking brain'?

• Prefrontal cortex

• Amygdala

• Cerebellum

• Occipital lobe

Why might adolescents struggle with impulse control?

• Social pressures encourage adolescents to be more cautious.

• Adolescents struggle with impulse control due to ongoing brain development, particularly in the prefrontal cortex, and the influence of hormones and social pressures.

• Adolescents have fully developed brains that enhance impulse control.

• Hormones have no effect on adolescent behavior.

What is one of the key functions of the prefrontal cortex?

• Visual processing and perception

• Memory retention and recall

• Language comprehension and production

• Decision making and impulse control

How does the development of the amygdala compare to that of the prefrontal cortex?

• The amygdala does not develop during childhood.

• The amygdala develops earlier than the prefrontal cortex.

• Both the amygdala and prefrontal cortex develop at the same time.

• The prefrontal cortex develops earlier than the amygdala.

What does the prefrontal cortex help us focus on regarding our actions?

• It helps us focus on the consequences and goals of our actions.

• It helps us predict future events.

• It helps us ignore distractions.

• It helps us remember past actions.