If it seems like friendships formed in adolescence are particularly special, that's because they are. Childhood, adolescent, and adult friendships all manifest differently in part because the brain works in different ways at those stages of life. During adolescence, there are changes in the way you value, understand, and connect to friends. Shannon Odell explores the neuroscience of friendship. [Directed by Biljana Labović, narrated by Alexandra Panzer and Deidre Donovan, music by Jarrett Farkas and Weston Fonger].

Shannon Odell: How friendship affects your brain

How friendship affects your brain

Adolescence sparks a unique social reorientation, fostering deep, rewarding friendships due to brain's evolving dynamics.

Improvements in Theory of Mind during teenage years enhance understanding of emotions and perspectives, deepening friendships.

Interpersonal synchrony in adolescence, mirroring actions and emotions with friends, underscores the science of connection.