WK 10 adolescnce and emerging adulthood

Question 1

adolescence

Answer 1

a product of social change in Western societies and a distinct stage in lifespan

Question 2

puberty

Answer 2

marking changes in height, weight, body shape and sexual maturation

Question 3

limbic system

Answer 3

involved in the expression of emotions, feelings of pleasure and functions associated with memory storage

Question 4

prefrontal cortex

Answer 4

responsible for executive function- regulates self control, decision making, problem solving, planning, acting and long-term goals

Question 5

emerging adulthood

Answer 5

transition out of adolescence