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Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change

CBSE · Class 7 · Science

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Topics in Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change

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1. Meaning of Adolescence and Puberty

  • Human life stages are infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and old age.
  • Adolescence is the stage of human life between childhood and adulthood.
  • It typically occurs between 10 and 19 years of age.
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2. Physical Changes During Adolescence

  • Height increases rapidly during adolescence.
  • Boys may gain weight, become broader in the shoulders, and develop a wider chest.
  • Girls also grow in height and weight, and breasts develop.
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3. Menstrual Cycle and Reproductive Changes

  • Menstruation is an important internal change in adolescent girls.
  • The menstrual cycle generally recurs every 28-30 days.
  • Healthy variation of 21-35 days is also normal.
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4. Emotional and Behavioural Changes

  • Adolescence is often marked by stronger emotions than childhood.
  • Mood swings are common during this stage.
  • Adolescents may become more sensitive and may feel excitement, confusion, or both.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Adolescence as the stage between childhood and adulthood marked by physical, emotional, behavioural, and reproductive changes

Stages of human lifeGrowth and body changesPubertySecondary sexual characteristicsMenstrual cycle and menstruationMyths about menstruationEmotional and behavioural changesNutrition during adolescence

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