Lifespan Development - Adolescent Challenges

Question 1

At what age do boys and girls experience growth spurts?

Answer 1

Girls: 10-11 yrs
Boys: 12-13 yrs

Growth spurts average 4 yrs.

Question 2

How does puberty differentially affect boys and girls?

Answer 2

Boys: + SE, + social life, + sports, risky sex, + SU

Girls: - SE, - social life, + academia, risky sex, + SU, + MH

Question 3

What percentages of teens use alcohol, vaping/weed, and tobacco?

Answer 3

Alcohol: 6.6%
Vaping/weed: 6%
Tobacco: 1.9%

Buffered by religiosity, self-control, and parental support.

Question 4

What does the “bloomers” study demonstrate?

Answer 4

Teacher expecations create a self-fulfilling prophecy

Question 5

How do teacher interactions differ by pupil sex?

Answer 5

Teachers’ interactions reflect gender stereotypes. They pay more attention to boys.