Sensation-seeking may be more prevalent in adolescence than in childhood because of changes in the brain's

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The limbic system, which is responsible for processing emotions and rewards, undergoes significant development during adolescence. This may lead to an increase in sensation-seeking behavior during this period. The HPG axis (A) refers to the hormonal system involved in puberty, and while it undergoes changes during adolescence, it is not directly related to sensation-seeking behavior. Broca's area (B) is involved in language processing and the hippocampus (C) is involved in memory formation, neither of which are directly related to sensation-seeking behavior.

Sensation-Seeking May Be More Prevalent in Adolescence Than in Childhood