Brain Development Over Time

1. At what age does your brain fully mature?

18 25 30

2. What region of your brain is arguably most important for managing behaviour?

Frontal Lobe Occipital Lobe Temporal Lobe

3. At what age does your frontal lobe fully mature?

18 21 25

4. What consequences might this have for the education of teenagers and young adults?

They are mature enough to make all decisions. They might struggle with impulse control and decision-making. They are less likely to need support from adults.