The Limbic System & Prefrontal Cortex
Around what age does your prefrontal cortex fully develop?
Mid-20s, 25ish
What are the 3 main parts of the brain?
Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Brain Stem
What is your Health teacher's name?
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A group of brain structures that helps control emotions, memories, motivation, and behavior.
the limbic system
The developmental stage between childhood and adulthood.
Adolescence
How many absences can you have WITHOUT penalties?
2 absences
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Kendrick Lamar
The front part of the brain that helps you make decisions, solve problems, control impulses, plan ahead, and think about consequences.
Prefrontal Cortex
The brain's ability to reorganize and adapt during development.
Neuroplasticity
How many tardies is equivalent to 1 absence?
3 tardies
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Fortnite
Name the FOUR parts of the limbic system.
hypothalamus, amygdala, thalamus, hippocampus
The tiny junction between two neurons where messages are passed from one cell to another
Synapse
When do we take roll in summer school?
at the beginning of class, after brunch, after outside time
This soccer superstar captained Argentina to victory in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Lionel Messi
This difference in brain development helps explain why teens may act on emotions and rewards before fully thinking through consequences.
The limbic system develops earlier than the prefrontal cortex.
One of the main parts of the brain in charge of balance and coordination
Cerebellum
If a kid has 3 tardies and 2 absences, what will happen to them?
They will be dropped out of summer school
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