Your neighbour has a 5-year-old son. He has been taking him to story time at the library, but his son is having a very difficult time sitting still even for 10 minutes. What would you tell him about his son's brain development? He should be able to sit through the entire story time once what brain structure develops more fully?

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The reticular formation is responsible for attention and arousal, which is necessary for the ability to sit still and focus. This area of the brain develops more fully as children grow older and can improve their ability to sit still for longer periods of time.

Your Neighbour Has a 5-Year-Old Son