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Cognitive changes: Development of executive functions

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During the adolescent phase, significant developments take place in the brain, some of which are not completed until early adulthood. This is the reason why adolescents often cannot concentrate as well, are easily distracted and have difficulty planning for the longer term.

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Until recently, it was believed that the brain was already fully developed at puberty. Only a few years ago, neuroscientists found out that this is not the case. On the contrary, during the adolescent phase, significant changes and developments take place in the brain that affect adolescents' cognitive abilities.

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