Paeds - Puberty, Milestones + Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
what hormone increases to trigger puberty?
A
GnRH (consequently LH/FSH rise)
2
Q
what is precocious puberty classified as?
A
<8 in F
<9 in boys
3
Q
what is late puberty classified as?
A
> 13 in F
>14 in M
4
Q
what is thelarche and adrenarche?
A
thelarche - breast budding
adrenarche - body hair and odour
5
Q
what is attachment?
A
emotional tie between child and caregiver
6
Q
what is temperament?
A
characteristics that make up the core of a personality
7
Q
what are the 4 types of attachment?
A
secure
anxious avoidant
anxious ambivalent (little exploration)
disorganised
