[grania]

....the impulsivity mentioned...combined with a lack of morals,,,

Perhaps it's because adolescent impulsivity has to be controlled so that moral judgement can develop. Hss there ever been a civilization that thrived that didn't impose restrictions on their youth?

[MeshugeMikey]

Hss there ever been a civilization that thrived that didn’t impose restrictions on their youth?

not that I’m aware of! I dont think such a society could long survive...