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Psychology

Executive Functions in the Classroom: The Science of Self-Regulation

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Executive functions are not fully developed until the mid-20s; the prefrontal cortex is the last brain region to mature.

Why this is interesting

Every time you resist checking your phone during a task, you're using an executive function. But what exactly is happening in your brain, and why do some students struggle with it more than others?