Adolescence Flashcards
Physical development of male adolescence
(6)
-Penis and testes grow
-Growth of pubic, face and underarm hair
-Muscles develop
-Larynx grows, voice breaks and deepens
-Can ejaculate sperm
-Growth spurt
Physical development of female adolescence
(6)
-Hips widen
-Breasts develop
-Growth of pubic, underarm hair
-Period begins
-Skin problems
-Growth spurt
Intellectual development of adolescence
(5)
-Think about future/career
-Think in different ways
-Problem solver
-Develop formal, operational thinking
-Preparation for exams through education system
Emotional development of adolescence
(6)
-Mood swings
-Moody
-Lack confidence/feel insecure
-Strong feelings in bf/gf relationships
-Stress of exams/coursework
-More independence
Social development of adolescence
(5)
-More dependent on peers
-Desire to fit in
-Explore sexuality
-Lots of social contacts
-Develop independence from carers