prefrontal

A person's prefrontal area is the part of their brain that helps with decision-making and planning.

The word "prefrontal" is most often used by scientists and doctors to describe a specific region in our brains. They might say things like, "This study looked at how the prefrontal cortex was affected by stress," or, "Research has shown that damage to the prefrontal area can lead to problems with impulse control." It's also used in psychology to talk about personality and behavior – for example, "Someone with a well-developed prefrontal lobe is more likely to think before acting."