According Research Presented in the Focus on Neuroscience Box on the Adolescent

question 14

Multiple Choice

According research presented in the Focus on Neuroscience box on the adolescent brain, which area(s) of the brain is/are the LAST to reach maturity?

• A)the prefrontal cortex
• B)the parietal lobes
• C)the amygdala
• D)the left and right occipital lobes

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Definitions:

Wellness

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Transtheoretical Model

A theory of behavior change that describes five stages through which individuals progress to alter a behavior permanently.

"Stages of Change" Model

A psychological model that outlines the steps individuals typically go through when changing behavior, ranging from precontemplation to maintenance.

Enabling Factors

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