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The Pruning Effect On The Teenage Brain (It’s Not Just Hormones)

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1.  What are important things to consider for our treatment? Adolescents crave independence and connection. Peers are so very important. The motivations of an adolescent are very different from a younger child. Acknowledgment of who they are means you really see them. All of the above

2.  Which of the following is a myth about teenagers? They have raging hormones. They are lazy. They are erratic in reactions and emotions. All of the above

3.  What does Daniel Siegel say happens in the brain during the teen years? Pruning and remodeling Social disconnection Hormonal imbalance None of the above

4.  What does the term specialization mean during this time? Neuronal communication decreases. The teen grows a lot of new "leaves and branches." The adolescent has the opportunity to explore what they are passionate about. Myelin sheaths become less mature.

5.  Which of the following is TRUE about adolescents' circadian rhythms? They go to bed early. They are often tired during the school week. They get plenty of sleep. They do not sleep in on the weekends.