Physical Development In Early Adulthood Flashcards

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Early adulthood

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They reach the peak of the fitness life and maturation. (19-45 yrs)

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Physical maturation

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Motor coordination is at its peak
Full height and weight is reached
Reaction time is quickest
Women are at their most fertile and can become pregnant and lactate
Hand-eye coordination is at its peak
Sexual characteristics are fully developed
Physical strength and stamina is at its peak

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Pregnancy and lactation

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Hormonal changes take place with increase in progesterone which maintains the pregnancy . While oestrogen may be responsible if sickness . Also pregnancy affect the shape and appearance of breasts, darkened veins and increased blood supply. Nipped become tender and darken preparing for lactation

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Fertility and perimenopause

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Before 40-45 women is at its peak of fertility after this the reach the end of their reproductive years called perimenopause.

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What happens during perimenopause ?

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Ovaries begins to make less oestrogen meaning that ovaries stop producing an egg each month, menstruation becomes less frequent when a women goes for 12 months w/o menstruation that is when menopause starts

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Symptoms of perimenopause

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  • hot flushes and night sweats
  • mood swings
  • urine leakage
  • vaginal dryness
  • fatigue
  • loss of libido
  • trouble sleeping
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