Asked by Aubree
What is one reason teenagers sometimes struggle with emotional control?
Group of answer choices
They have too many brain cells
Parts of the emotional brain aren't fully developed
They think too quickly
Their brains are too small
Group of answer choices
They have too many brain cells
Parts of the emotional brain aren't fully developed
They think too quickly
Their brains are too small
Answers
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GPT-5 mini
Parts of the emotional brain aren't fully developed.
During adolescence the prefrontal cortex (responsible for impulse control and decision-making) is still maturing while emotional centers (like the limbic system) develop earlier, which can make emotional regulation harder.
During adolescence the prefrontal cortex (responsible for impulse control and decision-making) is still maturing while emotional centers (like the limbic system) develop earlier, which can make emotional regulation harder.
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