Understanding Teen Brain Development

What is the prefrontal cortex responsible for?

• Processing sensory information

• Controlling motor skills

• Regulating emotions and stress

• Planning, prioritizing, and making good decisions

At what age does the brain finish developing and maturing?

• Mid-to-late 20s

• Early teens

• Early 30s

• Late teens

Why might teens take more risks during adolescence?

• They lack the ability to understand risks

• Social benefits outweigh possible consequences

• They are influenced by hormonal changes

• They have fully developed prefrontal cortexes

Which of the following activities can strengthen brain circuits in teens?

• Taking challenging classes

• Watching TV

• Eating junk food

• Sleeping late

How does the teen brain respond to stress differently than an adult brain?

• It processes stress faster

• It ignores stress triggers

• It is less affected by stress

• It is more likely to develop stress-related mental illnesses

What hormone affects teen sleep patterns?

• Dopamine

• Serotonin

• Melatonin

• Cortisol

What is a possible consequence of teens not getting enough sleep?

• Increased energy levels

• Improved focus

• Difficulty controlling impulses

• Enhanced memory

Which mental illnesses may begin to appear during adolescence?

• Asthma, diabetes, and hypertension

• Cancer, arthritis, and osteoporosis

• Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and dementia

• Schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression

What helps teens deal with stress effectively?

• Sleeping less

• Avoiding social interactions

• Practicing effective coping techniques

• Ignoring stress triggers

What is the role of the limbic system in teen brain development?

• Controlling motor skills

• Regulating emotions and social processes

• Planning and decision-making

• Processing sensory information