Family studies: Human development:

Last week, we covered brain development and this week we cover cognition. In this TEDGlobal Talk, The Mysterious Workings of the Adolescent BrainLinks to an external site., cognitive neuroscientist Sarah-Jayne Blakemore talks about the decision-making processes of adolescents. Specifically, Dr. Blakemore talks about the thought processes for which the prefrontal cortex and the limbic system of the brain are responsible.

After watching the presentation, answer the following questions:

1. For which particular thought processes is the prefrontal cortex of the brain responsible?
2. For which particular thought processes is the limbic system of the brain responsible?
3. What is the irony or disconnect related to the levels of functionality of the prefrontal cortex and thelimbic system in the adolescent brain? How does the functionality of these two parts of the adult brain compare?
4. What are some likely outcomes (plural) as a result of this disconnect in the adolescent brain? (High risk behavior is one outcome.)

Reference:

https://www.ted.com/talks/sarah_jayne_blakemore_the_mysterious_workings_of_the_adolescent_brain?language=en

Adolescent Brain

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Total Points: 10