Brain Development

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Teens should be the world’s best drivers. Their muscles are well-toned, their reaction time is quick, their eye-hand coordination is at its peak. Yet more teens die from car crashes than any other cause. Some researchers believe the problem is rooted in the teen brain.

A National Institute of Health study suggests that the area of the brain that controls risky behavior is not fully formed until age 25. It’s important to recognize that your teen may have limitations based on their brain development.

Learn more about how teens think.