Which teenagers are most likely to be sexually active?
Teens who have experiences long time abuse, exhibit rebellious behavior, and teens of single parent low income households.
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Name the brain changes that are typical during adolescence?
Grey matter is pruned away and the prefrontal cortex is remodeled.
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Explain why teenagers engage in risky behaviors?
Their brains are not fully developed and the parts of the brain that are developing want to follow their peers.
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What can teenagers do to prevent social injustice in American society?
Teens can be more aware by paying attention to things that are going on in the world around them and research and ask questions.
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Why are teenage years difficult on the parents and children?
Teens are trying to fit in with their peers and their trying to figure out who they are so they push the limits and boundaries.
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