Name _____________________

The mysterious workings of the adolescent brain (14:30)

(http://www.ted.com/playlists/1/how_does_my_brain_work.html)

Pre film question

Why do teenagers take more risks that adults or prepubescent children?

During/After Film questions

Map out the following parts of the brain, describe their functions, and how they change throughout human development. (some shading may be necessary)

Prefrontal Cortex---

Function--

Change---

Medial Prefrontal Cortex---

Function--

Change---

Limbic System---

Function--

Change---

What happens to synapses as humans go through adolescence?

What does the author suggest is the source of risk taking by adolescents?