Insights into Adolescent Brain Development and Juvenile Justice

The video discusses the need to rethink adolescence, traditionally seen as a problematic period, in light of brain science showing that the brain remains malleable into the early 20s. This presents opportunities for positive intervention and rehabilitation. Probation departments should focus on facilitating positive development rather than just preventing reoffending. California is highlighted as a leader in adopting evidence-based practices to support adolescent growth.

What is the traditional view of adolescence?

• A time of opportunity

• A time of stability

• A time of trouble and difficulty

• A time of peace

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What percentage of juveniles who commit serious crimes do not become chronic adult criminals?

• 70%

• 50%

• 90%

• 30%

What is brain plasticity?

• The brain's ability to harden

• The brain's ability to shrink

• The brain's ability to change and adapt

• The brain's ability to remain static

When does the second burst of brain plasticity occur?

• During early childhood

• During adolescence

• During middle age

• During old age

What does the malleability of the brain during adolescence imply?

• Increased risk of criminal behavior

• Limited opportunities for growth

• Opportunities for positive intervention

• No change in behavior

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What should probation officers focus on to help young people?

• Encouraging positive development

• Preventing reoffending only

• Punishing bad behavior

• Restricting opportunities

Why is it important to have high expectations for young people?

• To discourage them from trying new things

• To expose them to challenges and encourage growth

• To make them feel inferior

• To limit their potential

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What should probation departments emphasize to help young people reintegrate into the community?

• Punishment and isolation

• Strict supervision

• Rehabilitation and change

• Limiting opportunities

What is evidence-based practice?

• Practices based on guesswork

• Practices based on intuition

• Practices based on scientific evidence

• Practices based on tradition

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What is California's new view of adolescence?

• An age of stagnation

• An age of restriction

• An age of opportunity

• An age of punishment

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