Adolescent brain development is associated with:
A) Maturation of subcortical regions; delayed maturation of frontal regions
B) Maturation of frontal regions; delayed maturation of subcortical regions
C) Increase in vision acuity; decrease in memory
D) Increase in memory; decrease in myelination

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Adolescent brain development is characterized by the maturation of subcortical regions, which are involved in processing emotions and rewards, and a delayed maturation of the frontal regions, which are responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and reasoning. This pattern contributes to the typical adolescent behaviors and cognitive changes.

Adolescent Brain Development Is Associated With