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What is the term used to describe the transition from adolescence to adulthood, as influenced by different factors?
What is the term used to describe the transition from adolescence to adulthood, as influenced by different factors?
- Biological clock
- Social clock
- Psychological markers
- Chronological clock (correct)
Which marker indicates that an individual is ready to take on adult responsibilities, make independent decisions, and be financially dependent?
Which marker indicates that an individual is ready to take on adult responsibilities, make independent decisions, and be financially dependent?
- Leaving egocentric point of view
- Having children
- Getting married
- Feelings of becoming an adult (correct)
What does neuroscience suggest about brain development during the first six years of life?
What does neuroscience suggest about brain development during the first six years of life?
- It affects brain weight only
- It sets the stage for lifelong learning and mental health (correct)
- It has no impact on adulthood
- It determines physical health only
Which clock is based on an individual's actual age and determines privileges and responsibilities?
Which clock is based on an individual's actual age and determines privileges and responsibilities?
At what age does the brain reach about 90% of its adult weight, according to the text?
At what age does the brain reach about 90% of its adult weight, according to the text?
What process involves putting aside short-term gratification for long-term benefits and transitioning from one plan to another?
What process involves putting aside short-term gratification for long-term benefits and transitioning from one plan to another?
Which part of the brain is responsible for processing emotions, memories, and learning?
Which part of the brain is responsible for processing emotions, memories, and learning?
What does the prefrontal cortex regulate in terms of brain functioning?
What does the prefrontal cortex regulate in terms of brain functioning?
Which part of the brain is involved in transferring short-term memory to long-term memory?
Which part of the brain is involved in transferring short-term memory to long-term memory?
During adolescence to early adulthood, what happens to the grey matter in the brain?
During adolescence to early adulthood, what happens to the grey matter in the brain?
What is the function of the striatum in the brain?
What is the function of the striatum in the brain?
What process involves a decrease in the number of synapses between neurons in the cortex to make way for more complex connections?
What process involves a decrease in the number of synapses between neurons in the cortex to make way for more complex connections?
