Which of the following statements best describes brain changes during adolescence and may be related to risky behavior?
a. The limbic system goes through a "growth spurt".
b. The amygdala develops before the prefrontal cortex.
c. There is uniform growth through all brain structures.
d. The myelin surrounding the synapses thins.
Answer: b. The amygdala develops before the prefrontal cortex.
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