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Mentally retarded Quote by David Andrew Wright

“Kids his age learn things like this faster than adults. But give him a couple of years and he’ll be dumber than he ever was. All full of hormones and puberty. Everyone over twelve and under twenty-two is mentally retarded.” quote by David Andrew Wright
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““Kids his age learn things like this faster than adults.  But give him a couple of years and he’ll be dumber than he ever was.  All full of hormones and puberty.  Everyone over twelve and under twenty-two is mentally retarded. ””

David Andrew Wright

About This Quote

Source Article: 2019 Online Parenting Forum, David Andrew Wright, 2019

Adolescents experience rapid hormonal changes that can temporarily diminish cognitive abilities compared to adults.

In simple terms: Teen brains are affected by hormones, making them seem less sharp.

Key Takeaway

Support teens through hormonal transitions.

Themes

adolescence development hormones cognitive change

Mood

empathetic informative

Type

educational psychological

When to use this quote

  • school counseling
  • parental guidance
  • health education
  • mental health support

Key Concepts

neuroscience psychology education

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can educators adapt to teen cognitive shifts?
  • What strategies help teens maintain performance?
A Different Perspective

Individual differences vary; not all teens regress.

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