SAC 2 Flashcards
Define the endocrine system
The system in the body that regulates the production and release of hormones (through the glands)
Define puberty
Biological changes that occur during youth and prepare an individual for sexual reproduction
Define youth
Is the transition from childhood to adult it is triggered by puberty/ the final growth spurt and sexual reproduction
Emotional development in youth
- establishing independence
- searching for identity
- new emotions eg romantic love,anger
Social development in youth
Relationships with the opposite sex
Increased peer influence
Family influence decreases
Intellectual development in youth
- cognitive development influenced by brain growth and maturation
- intelligence is more sophisticated
- moral development
Developmental tasks
- Establishing independence (own home& own income)
2. Searching for identity- rebellion, experimentation, peer influence and risk taking
Define biological determinants
The factors relating to the body that affect health (genetics,body weight and hormones)
Genetic affects on development
Influences the types and amounts of hormones that are released during puberty as well as physical changes
Hormones affect on development
Hormones bring about changes in physical development in youths and also do determine how quickly an individual develops
Body weight affect on development
Impact youth by if young people dont eat enough of the right food their optimal physical development is not achieved during youth
Physical development impact on youth
Lays foundation for healthier life in adulthood
Physical developments impact on emotional development
Fun is experienced
Self esteem is enhanced
Satisfaction is gained through new achievements
Physical developments affect on social development
Friendships are established
Appropriate behaviours are learnt
Physical developments impact on social development
Imagination is stimulated(stratergies to win)
Helps boredom,anxiety and stress
