This isn't the place, nor is there room enough to explain how the human brain develops. There are plenty of articles all over regarding the subject. Long story short, complex decision making capability isn't at full capacity until you're grown. Doesn't really matter whether it makes sense to you or not.
Relevant here is not the indisputable fact that the brain develops until you're 20-something.
The relevant question is: Is this particular 16 year old mature enough, experienced enough and though enough to undertake such an expedition?
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