July 2006 PMID 16492261

Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition.

Sarah-Jayne Blakemore, Suparna Choudhury

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Peak: 3 in Mar 2023
across 6 sources since Dec 2015

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The discussions reflect a strong interest in brain development during adolescence, with examples like references to puberty hormones and social cognition, as well as citations of the original research. The tone is informative and supportive, with some posts highlighting the importance of the study for educational practices, showing both engagement and recognition of its significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the importance and validity of the article, highlighting how brain development during adolescence influences behavior and social cognition.

InterestHigh interest

The topics generate high interest, especially with references to puberty hormones, brain development, and implications for education and social policy, capturing curiosity about adolescent growth.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants actively discuss the research, citing specific studies and emphasizing its relevance in understanding adolescent behavior, indicating moderate to deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Some posts emphasize the significance of the research for practical applications, like education and understanding youth behavior, suggesting a perceived moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Adolescence is a period of significant brain development involving changes in grey and white matter, which impact behavior, cognition, and social skills.
  • The article reviews studies showing how brain structure evolves during puberty, affecting executive functions like decision-making and social cognition.
  • These insights have important implications for education and social policy, aiming to better support adolescents' developmental needs.]

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Dakshinkali2025
@Dakshinkali2025 · X

@GyllKing Just seen this, never been screenshotted so thank you! Normal puberty hormones impact how the brain changes in adolescence Here are 2 articles on effects of normal puberty hormones on brain development& effect of PB on brain https://t.co/7rVEJQCO4V https://t.co/EQkVgJKNk0

Nov 23, 2025 · 9 likes · 1 share · 91 followers View post →
Daniel Elias
@believemovegrow · X

When talking to an adolescent about injury ▶️ important to consider research discussing how the ability to take on board someone’s else perspective shows a perturbation during puberty @angiejphysio @AshCox16 @PEScholar #social #cognition #brain #youth https://t.co/AY0CvjBQeT https://t.co/9Yk7txUJsn

Mar 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 442 followers View post →
Matt Slocombe
@matthewslocombe · X

@ChrisMWParsons @suzyg001 @greg_ashman Some neuroscience-informed theory that would seem very relevant for education is understanding the development of executive functions https://t.co/Yro1hbZenx, whether or not we have innate modules for high-level processes that instinctively https://t.co/8feQY3EAT8 ...

Feb 20, 2019 · 2 likes · 1,433 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

Most cited JCPP papers 7 of 60: Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition https://t.co/sDiMOa6MlW https://t.co/0jUWgeZbmW

Feb 3, 2019 · 1 like · 14,735 followers View post →
Lady Haya ☀️
@LadyKazHaya · X

@scouseweegian https://t.co/M1gse1aYei

Mar 6, 2020 · 1 like · 2,650 followers View post →
Anirak
@_Anirak__ · X

-Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition - Blakemore - 2006 - Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/rPSCnGCjJE

Jun 6, 2019 · 1 like · 687 followers View post →

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Char1981
@charhend54 · X

RT @Dakshinkali2025: @GyllKing Just seen this, never been screenshotted so thank you! Normal puberty hormones impact how the brain changes…

Nov 23, 2025 · 1 share · 1,019 followers View post →
Dakshinkali2025
@Dakshinkali2025 · X

@GyllKing Just seen this, never been screenshotted so thank you! Normal puberty hormones impact how the brain changes in adolescence Here are 2 articles on effects of normal puberty hormones on brain development& effect of PB on brain https://t.co/7rVEJQCO4V https://t.co/EQkVgJKNk0

Nov 23, 2025 · 9 likes · 1 share · 91 followers View post →
Dakshinkali2025
@Dakshinkali2025 · X

@Denicio @speakoutsister Normal puberty hormones affect the brain which then dictates other aspects of adult life. It is just biology Here are 2 links which explain it all Normal changes in brain during puberty https://t.co/7rVEJQDlUt Effect of PB on brain https://t.co/EQkVgJLl9y

Nov 23, 2025 · 91 followers View post →
Slashy07
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@Dansci1907 @elrosistan Kişisel yaşantınızda üstlendiğiniz sorumluluklar her ne kadar takdire şayan olsa da, bu sizi bir anda yetişkin yapmaz. Öyle olsaydı, tüm çocuk işçilere de yetişkin dememiz gerekirdi. Kaynak olarak : 1) https://t.co/PH6V8M6pLQ 2) https://t.co/K51x50xV6g 3) https://t.co/qDWQFncvM5

Jun 3, 2025 · 29 followers View post →
Ashley
@ashgirly2005 · X

@tonythephony3 @Eggsben10870751 @mateo_motado @MrTLexify Blakemore, S. J., & Choudhury, S. (2006). "Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition." Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 47(3-4), 296-312

Aug 30, 2024 · 15 followers View post →
Sebas ⚒️
@Sebasafc14 · X

@FeelTheSoul92 @_Joham_ Este solo es un, un artículo de los miles que hay, que demuestran que el cerebro se sigue desarrollando en algunas de sus capacidades incluso hasta la etapa de adultez temprana, 25 años. Leer no duele... https://t.co/biktm0xo3c

Mar 23, 2023 · 99 followers View post →
ACPSEMdance
@ACPSEMdance · X

RT @believemovegrow: When talking to an adolescent about injury ▶️ important to consider research discussing how the ability to take on boa…

Mar 10, 2023 · 1 share · 2,969 followers View post →
Daniel Elias
@believemovegrow · X

When talking to an adolescent about injury ▶️ important to consider research discussing how the ability to take on board someone’s else perspective shows a perturbation during puberty @angiejphysio @AshCox16 @PEScholar #social #cognition #brain #youth https://t.co/AY0CvjBQeT https://t.co/9Yk7txUJsn

Mar 8, 2023 · 7 likes · 1 share · 442 followers View post →
Lady Haya ☀️
@LadyKazHaya · X

@scouseweegian https://t.co/M1gse1aYei

Mar 6, 2020 · 1 like · 2,650 followers View post →
Anirak
@_Anirak__ · X

-Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition - Blakemore - 2006 - Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry - Wiley Online Library https://t.co/rPSCnGCjJE

Jun 6, 2019 · 1 like · 687 followers View post →
hamed farmand
@ha_fa54 · X

در تایید این گفته، ده‌ها پژوهش انجام شده است و این‌جا دو نمونه‌ از آن‌ها را می‌آورم: https://t.co/D8VvpmVzxy https://t.co/dj2bsffVdI

May 5, 2019 · 3,034 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

Number 7 of top 60 cited JCPP papers of all time. Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition Blakemore, SJ; Choudhury, S https://t.co/sDiMOa6MlW https://t.co/ZlOc4T3oQ1

Mar 11, 2019 · 14,735 followers View post →
Matt Slocombe
@matthewslocombe · X

@ChrisMWParsons @suzyg001 @greg_ashman Some neuroscience-informed theory that would seem very relevant for education is understanding the development of executive functions https://t.co/Yro1hbZenx, whether or not we have innate modules for high-level processes that instinctively https://t.co/8feQY3EAT8 ...

Feb 20, 2019 · 2 likes · 1,433 followers View post →
Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry
@TheJCPP · X

Most cited JCPP papers 7 of 60: Development of the adolescent brain: implications for executive function and social cognition https://t.co/sDiMOa6MlW https://t.co/0jUWgeZbmW

Feb 3, 2019 · 1 like · 14,735 followers View post →