In this 6 Minute English episode, Neil and Rob discuss the development of the teenage brain and how it influences teenage behavior.
Today’s movie
6 Minute English – What Happens in the Teenage Brain?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YHtcINPkjM
Listening Quiz
Let’s test your knowledge with a quiz question related to the content of the video.
Q1: When was the word ‘teenager’ first used to refer to the 13 – 19 age group?
Q2: When did the first research on the teenage brain come out?
Q3: What is the prefrontal cortex responsible for?
Q4: What is the definition of ‘adolescence’?
Q5: What is the meaning of ‘papers’ in the context of the video?
Vocabulary
Let’s explore some key vocabulary terms discussed in the video.
Adolescence
The period of transition from childhood to adulthood.
Adolescence is a time of significant physical and psychological changes.
Adolescence is a time of significant physical and psychological changes.
Papers
The published results of scientific research.
The scientist presented his latest papers at the conference.
The scientist presented his latest papers at the conference.
Dogma
Strongly held beliefs that are not questioned or challenged.
The group followed the religious dogma without question.
The group followed the religious dogma without question.
Prefrontal Cortex
The part of the brain responsible for decision making and planning.
Damage to the prefrontal cortex can impact a person’s ability to make rational decisions.
Damage to the prefrontal cortex can impact a person’s ability to make rational decisions.
Cognitive Tasks
Mental processes that require active thought and consideration.
Solving complex puzzles involves cognitive tasks that challenge the brain.
Solving complex puzzles involves cognitive tasks that challenge the brain.