While connected to the elevated levels of dopamine in their brains and peer pressure, kids recklessness has a higher purpose. It’s also related to preparing for leaving home. Looking at it from an evolutionary perspective , early humans needed to be as far away from their family gene pool as possible to have healthier offspring. The disregard for safety in teenagers is an effort for their brains to get out of their comfort zones in preparation to go out away from their family. This has the additional benefit of helping them grow, which allows them better opportunities for education and work.
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