brain development Flashcards
(20 cards)
What is the primary structure of the brain responsible for higher cognitive functions?
The cerebral cortex.
True or False: Neurogenesis is the process of forming new neurons.
True.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for regulating emotions and forming memories.
amygdala.
What stage of development is characterized by rapid brain growth and the formation of synapses?
Early childhood.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is involved in motor control and coordination?
Cerebellum.
What does the term ‘plasticity’ refer to in brain development?
The brain’s ability to change and adapt as a result of experience.
True or False: Brain development is complete by early adolescence.
False.
Fill in the blank: The _____ lobe is primarily responsible for processing visual information.
occipital.
What is the significance of the prefrontal cortex in adolescents?
It is involved in decision making, impulse control, and social behavior.
Multiple Choice: Which process involves the strengthening of synaptic connections?
Synaptic pruning.
What is the impact of early childhood experiences on brain development?
They can significantly influence cognitive and emotional outcomes later in life.
True or False: The brain continues to develop into early adulthood.
True.
Fill in the blank: The _____ is involved in the processing of language.
Broca’s area.
What role does myelination play in brain development?
It increases the speed of neural transmission.
Multiple Choice: Which brain region is primarily associated with memory formation?
Hippocampus.
What is the critical period in brain development?
A time frame during which the brain is particularly receptive to learning specific skills or information.
True or False: Environmental factors have no impact on brain development.
False.
Fill in the blank: The _____ system regulates the body’s stress response.
limbic.
What is the function of the corpus callosum?
It connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain, facilitating communication between them.
Multiple Choice: At what age does the brain reach approximately 90% of its adult size?
By age 5.
