In Adolescence, Girls React Differently Than Boys To Peers' Judgments
Wednesday, July 15, 2009 - 08:35
in Psychology & Sociology
A new study shows what happens in the brains of preteens and teens at a time of significant change in social behavior. Using brain scan technology, researchers found that in older girls (as compared to younger girls), brain regions associated with social rewards and motivation responded differently when they thought about being judged by their peers. These differences were not evident between younger and older boys.
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