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Adolescent Brain Development

Written by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

The term refers to the ongoing neurological changes that occur in the brain during adolescence, shaping cognitive abilities, emotional regulation, and risk-taking behaviors.

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