How is fear inhibited in the adolescent brain?

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Adolescence is a period of increased vulnerability to anxiety disorders. Recent research has shown that adolescents may not effectively utilise prefrontal brain regions to inhibit fear. This project investigates how fear is inhibited in the adolescent brain. Specifically, this project examines how prefrontal circuits are involved in inhibiting fear in the adolescent rat. This research will work towards developing new approaches for reducing fear and anxiety in adolescence.