adolescence Flashcards
1
Q
what age group is adolescence?
A
13 - 19
2
Q
what is puberty?
A
when an adolescent’s body under goes rapid growth and change, puberty results in sexual maturity
3
Q
what are the changes boys under go during puberty?
A
- taller and heavier
- grows pubic, facial and under arm hair
- penis and testies grows larger
- shoulders and chest broaden
- voice breaks
4
Q
what changes do girls under go durning puberty?
A
- taller nad heavier
- grows pubic and underarm hair
- develop breasts
- hips broaden and shape changes
- mensuration starts
5
Q
what is the key feature of intellectual skills in adolescence?
A
abstract thinking skills, to think theoretically or hypothetically. For example, mathematical equations.
6
Q
what does social development achieve in adolescence?
A
- distinctive sense of personal identity
- relationships with close friends become influencers and a source of advice and guidance.
7
Q
what could hormonal changes of puberty cause?
A
mood swings and intense emotions
8
Q
what do adolescences often experiment with?
A
intimate relationships of the opposite or same sex.
