Adolescent Brain Development and Behavior

The video explores brain development across the lifespan, emphasizing adolescence. It highlights the role of MRI in understanding changes in brain structure and function, particularly in the prefrontal cortex. The social brain's development is discussed, focusing on perspective-taking. The video also examines adolescent behavior, linking it to brain changes, and underscores the importance of education during this adaptable period.

What technological advancement has allowed scientists to study brain development across different ages?

• X-ray imaging

• Ultrasound

• Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

• Electroencephalography (EEG)

Which brain region is known for its significant changes during adolescence?

• Cerebellum

• Hippocampus

• Prefrontal cortex

• Amygdala

What is the process called that involves the elimination of unused synapses in the brain?

• Synaptic pruning

• Neurogenesis

• Myelination

• Neuroplasticity

In the study involving perspective-taking, what was the main task participants had to perform?

• Complete a memory test

• Identify emotions from facial expressions

• Move objects based on another person's perspective

• Solve a puzzle

What is one reason adolescents are more prone to risk-taking than adults?

• They have a stronger sense of responsibility

• Their limbic system is hypersensitive to rewards

• They have less developed motor skills

• Their prefrontal cortex is fully developed

Which brain system is associated with emotion and reward processing, influencing adolescent risk-taking?

• Digestive system

• Nervous system

• Endocrine system

• Limbic system

How does the development of the prefrontal cortex affect adolescent behavior?

• It improves decision-making skills

• It reduces emotional responses

• It enhances memory retention

• It leads to increased impulsivity

What percentage of teenagers worldwide do not have access to secondary education?

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

• 50%

Why is adolescence considered a crucial period for learning and creativity?

• The brain is less adaptable

• The brain is fully developed

• The brain is particularly adaptable and malleable

• The brain is resistant to change

What should not be stigmatized as a problem during adolescence according to the video?

• Enhanced memory

• Improved cognitive skills

• Increased social interaction

• Heightened risk-taking