Lecture 9 Flashcards
Series of biological developments that transform individuals from a state of physical immaturity to one in which they are biologically mature and capable of sexual reproduction
Puberty
What hormones rise during puberty?
Androgen, estrogen
What signals the pituitary gland?
Hypothalamus
Produces hormones that stimulate adrenal glands and an puberty, the gonads
Pituitary gland
Increase the production of estrogen and testosterone
Gonads
Helps to modulate stress and hormones
HPA axis
What is included in the HPA axis?
Hypothalamus, pituitary, adrenal, gonads
What factors influence the onset of puberty?
Genetics, nutrition, stress, gender
Daughters first period corresponds with ___
mother
____ twins are more likely to go through puberty at the same time compared to ____ twins
identical, fraternal
What types of nutrition and another factor is associated with earlier puberty?
Better nutrition, body fat
Family conflict correlated with ___ puberty
accelerated
When does early puberty girls start?
7
What are the disadvantages of starting puberty early as a girl?
Poor body image, higher risk for depression, more likely to engage in norm breaking behaviors, start dating and having sex early
What are the advantages of starting puberty late as a girl?
Closer to parents, date later, lively sociable leaders, more interested in athletics, less likely to engage in norm breaking behaviors
