According to Wade & Tavris (2011) research has shown that adolescent brains are

According to Wade & Tavris (2011) research has shown that adolescent brains are still in the process of development including the ability for impulse control and emotional reasoning. It has been discovered that teens are more vulnerable to peer pressure than adults. When taunted to do various acts teens do not often possess the ability to foresee the consequences of their actions. Keeping this in mind how should the courts treat teenage offenders? To what extent should we hold teens accountable for their actions? For instance should a teen be sentenced to death if he/she commits murder? Please explain your reasoning.300 word min. APA.