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What is adolescence?
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Adolescence is a lifestage between the ages of 9-18 years of age.
2
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What is puberty?
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young people experience a period of change. This starts when the brain releases chemicals called HORMONES
3
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Reaching new heights
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A young person’s height can increase rapidly over a short period of time. This is known as a growth spurt
4
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Males primary sexual characteristics
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- penis enlarges
- prostate gland produces secretions
- testes enlarge + produces sperm
5
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Males secondary sexual characteristics
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- Growth of facial hair
- Increased muscle + strength
- Voice box grows so it becomes deep
6
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Females primary sexual characteristics
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- uterus and vagina grow
- ovulation and menstrual periods begin
7
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Females secondary sexual characteristics
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- Enlargement of breasts
- Growth of armpits/ pubic hair
- Increased fat layers under the skin
8
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Primary sexual characteristics
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During puberty, hormones cause the sexual and reproduced organs to mature
9
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Secondary sexual characteristics
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They arrive during puberty. They are caused by changes to the height and shape and body distinguish the 2 sexes
Unit One Human Lifespan Development
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