"The default mode network (DMN) is embedded deeper in the brain and is therefore more primitive. It constantly harps on us to do more to fit in."
"At a time when teen mental health is suffering, education about brain networks could be life-saving and provide essential support for teenagers in distress."
Teenagers often struggle with self-consciousness due to the activation of the default mode network (DMN) in their brains, leading to declining self-esteem. The DMN contributes to persistent negative thoughts about fitting in and personal inadequacies. Recognizing that these harsh self-criticisms stem from a primitive, survival-based system can relieve some teenagers by distancing their self-identity from these thoughts. Moreover, education on how brain networks function might offer vital psychological support during a time when adolescent mental health is severely compromised.
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