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For each question, you should write a paragraph-length response (5–7 sentences) to receive credit for this assignment. You may use your Sophia tutorials as a resource.

Question 1: What happens inside the brain of a teenager that makes it difficult for Jordan to weigh the risks and rewards of his behavior? Describe how the adolescent brain weighs risk and reward.

Question 2: Why does it appear that Jordan values the opinion of his peers more than the opinion of his mother? Explain the psychological concepts that may account for why Jordan places value on his peers’ opinions.

Question 3: What advice would you give Jordan’s mother, Monica, that would teach him how to make better choices and decisions? Discuss a specific strategy that Monica may implement to help her son make better decisions.

Question 4: If you were in Monica’s shoes, how would you feel? Explain why a better understanding of Monica’s perspective could result in more constructive advice.

 

The following requirements must be met for your submission to be graded:         

• Each question response should be between 5-7 sentences or 150-200 words, placed directly below the associated question. 
• Use a readable 12-point font. 
• All writing must be appropriate for an academic context.  
• Composition must be original and written for this assignment. 
• Plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited. 
• Submission must include your name and the date. 
• Include all of the assignment components in a single file. 
• Acceptable file formats include .doc and .docx