Teenage Brain Synthesis Essay

Have you ever found yourself thinking, why are teenagers so confusing, or even, why am I so confusing? There may be a reason why. According to the article, “The Teenage Brain” “-adolescence is a unique phase in development.” The “Prefrontal Cortex,” located in the front of the brain, is the “reward center” and is responsible for planning and decision making. This part of the brain is like the leader, it makes crucial decisions, which in turn can affect teenagers. As stated in the video “Inside the Teenage Brain,” 95% of the brain is fully grow by the age of 6. In adolescent years there are dramatic changes in mood and, in response, behavior. The part of the brain responsible for these mood changes in the frontal cortex. One big factor affecting