Adolescence : Transition Age — Flashcards

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Adolescence is the developmental stage between childhood and adulthood, typically occurring between the ages of 10 and 19. It is marked by rapid physical growth, emotional changes, cognitive developme…

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Adolescence is called a 'transition age' because it is a period of movement from childhood to adulthood. During this time, individuals undergo physical, emotional, and social changes that prepare them…

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The main physical changes include: 1) Puberty – development of secondary sexual characteristics like breast growth in girls and facial hair in boys; 2) Rapid growth spurt in height and weight; 3) Chan…

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Puberty is triggered by the release of hormones from the endocrine system. In boys, testosterone causes facial hair and voice deepening. In girls, estrogen leads to breast development and menstruation…

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During adolescence, girls tend to accumulate more body fat, especially around the hips and thighs, which supports reproductive development. Boys, on the other hand, gain more muscle mass and bone dens…

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Emotional development refers to how teenagers learn to experience, express, and manage their emotions. During this stage, emotions become more intense and complex. For example, a teenager may feel ext…

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Due to hormonal changes and brain development, especially in the limbic system (which controls emotions), adolescents feel emotions more strongly. They may react intensely to small events—like getting…

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Heightened self-consciousness means teenagers become very aware of how others see them. They often worry about their appearance, speech, or behavior. For example, a student might avoid speaking in cla…