The Peak of Synaptic Overproduction in the Prefrontal Cortex Takes

question 178

Multiple Choice

The peak of synaptic overproduction in the prefrontal cortex takes place at around __________ of age.

• A)1 month
• B)3 months
• C)1 year
• D)3 years

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Definitions:

Self-Monitoring

The process of observing and regulating one's own behavior in social situations to fit into the expected norms or to achieve personal goals.

Egocentrism

A cognitive characteristic where an individual has difficulty understanding or assuming any perspective other than their own, often observed in children during the Piagetian preoperational stage.

Cognitive Development

The process by which individuals acquire, develop, and utilize thinking skills, including perception, memory, understanding, and problem-solving, throughout their lifespan.