Unlocking the Adolescent Mind

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During adolescence, individuals reach an adult-like cognitive capacity at the age of

  • 16-17 (correct)
  • 13
  • 25
  • 20

In terms of risk-taking behavior, adolescence is characterized by

  • Extreme compromises in risk-taking behavior (correct)
  • No significant changes in risk-taking behavior
  • Decreased risk-taking behavior compared to other ages
  • Gradual increase in risk-taking behavior

What is the primary cause of increased mortality during adolescence?

  • Lack of cognitive maturity
  • Impulsivity and risk-taking behavior (correct)
  • Poor decision-making skills
  • Inexperience in driving

Adolescents understand that they are cognitively mature, but they make poor decisions. This is known as the

<p>Adolescent dilemma (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The impaired decision-making in adolescence is a result of

<p>Neurological impulse control deficits (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is adolescent decision-making impaired?

<p>In certain contexts, such as heightened emotion or high salience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group shows the most compromised decision-making skills?

<p>Adolescents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of decision-making is impaired in adolescence?

<p>Emotional decision-making (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the overall health status of adolescents compared to other age groups?

<p>Relatively healthy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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