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Adolescents May Lack the Cognitive Skills to Control Their Impulses

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Adolescents may lack the cognitive skills to control their impulses effectively because of the relatively slow development of the _____.


Definitions:

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the brain that produces melatonin, regulating sleep and wake patterns.

Pituitary Gland

A small endocrine gland located at the base of the brain that produces hormones regulating growth, metabolism, and reproductive functions.

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a key role in regulating nerve excitability and muscle tone.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another in the brain or body.

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