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Adolescent Brain Development
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Prefrontal Cortex
This region undergoes significant synaptic pruning, resulting in improved cognitive functions like planning, impulse control, and decision making.
Limbic System
The limbic system, which is involved in emotional processing, matures earlier than the prefrontal cortex, leading to heightened emotional intensity and risk-taking.
Myelination
The process of myelination continues during adolescence, improving the efficiency of neural communication and overall brain function.
Neurotransmitter Systems
Changes in dopamine and serotonin systems can alter reward sensitivity and mood regulation, potentially increasing susceptibility to mood disorders and addiction.
Synaptic Pruning
Excessive synaptic connections formed during childhood are reduced, leading to a more efficient and specialized brain network.
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