puberty

Question 1

what is puberty?

Answer 1

a time in your life (ages 9-16) when your body begins to change, develop, and grow as you become an adult

Question 2

what happens?

Answer 2

your body will begin to change
(on the outside and inside)

—> your emotions can become stronger

Question 3

hormones

Answer 3

chemicals that your body releases (from the pituitary gland which is located at the bottom of your brain)

Question 4

body changes

Answer 4

sweat, skin, hair

Question 5

sweat

Answer 5

a change in hormones can cause you to sweat more which can cause body odour if you do not wash regularly

to reduce BO
- shower/bathe more regularly (use soap/shower gel)
- keep fresh throughout the day (by using anti-perspiration deodorant)

Question 6

skin

Answer 6

your skin becomes more oily — this can cause slots to form on the face/body

to help:
- wash your face morning & night (using a gentle soap/facial cleanser) but do not wash it too often because it can irritate your skin

avoid:
- picking at spots because they can become dirty/infected and can scar
- makeup can block your pores and it is important to wash it all off before going to bed

Question 7

hair

Answer 7

your scalp might produce more oil

different types of hair need different care