A study by Paus and others (2007) found that the prefrontal cortex thickened and more brain connections formed when adolescents
A) struggled for early independence.
B) matured early.
C) conformed to the ideal body image.
D) resisted peer pressure.

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The study found that resistance to peer pressure was associated with prefrontal cortex thickening and increased brain connections in adolescents. This suggests that teens who are able to resist negative peer influence may be developing stronger executive function skills in the prefrontal cortex.

A Study by Paus and Others (2007) Found That the Prefrontal