Which best describes the neurological explanation for risk-taking behavior in teens?
A) Myelination of the temporal lobe results in poor decision-making
B) Due to neuretic pruning, the pleasure centers of the brain become "super-charged"
C) Estrogen and testosterone act like "cocaine" in the brain
D) The pleasure areas develop prior to the areas that control behavior

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The pleasure areas of the brain, such as the limbic system, develop earlier in adolescence than the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for impulse control and decision-making. This imbalance can lead to increased risk-taking behavior in teens.

Which Best Describes the Neurological Explanation for Risk-Taking Behavior in Teens