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What two parts of the brain undergo development during adolescence?
amygdala, prefrontal cortex
This is the part of the brain that is responsible for emotions, impulses, and instinctive behavior.
amygdala
This is referred to as the emotional brain.
amygdala
This is the part of the brain that is responsible for problem-solving, decision-making, planning, and use of judgment.
prefrontal cortex
This part of the brain helps us think of the consequences, inhibit behavior, and allows us to focus on long-term goals.
prefrontal cortex
This is referred to as the thinking brain.
prefrontal cortex
When does the prefrontal cortex fully develop?
mid 20s, therefore it's the last to develop
What drives the decision-making and problem solving of adolescents?
amygdala
What is usually given more weight in adolescent problem-solving? potential reward or potential risk
potential reward
What may be a benefit of disregarding potential risk?
test own ideas/ learn by trial and error
