Research the case of Phineas Gage. Brain damage to his frontal lobe caused a significant personality change, the same kind of capricious and impulsive
behavior that is often observed in teenagers whose frontal lobes have not yet fully formed.
Instructions
Think back to when you were a teenager. What was your thought process like at that time? Could you attribute some of your teenage behaviors to the
consequence of your brain’s development lag? (Please only share responses appropriate for this academic space.)
How has your thinking evolved with regard to your decision-making process? Give examples.
Explain your answer by connecting your thoughts and ideas to the chapter reading or to your research on the topic. Incorporate at least one credible resource
in addition to the eText to support your statements.
