Hormonal Changes
Influential Factors
Puberty & Other Biological Functions
Psychological Implications of Puberty
Implications for parents and teachers
100
This system is active and fully engaged at the onset of puberty
What is the endocrine system
100
A major factor that influences arrival of puperty
What is heredity
100
As many as 25% of young adolescents experience this vision problem
What is nearsightedness or myopia
100
Since body image is a major concern, middle schools strategically place these in the classroom
What is a mirror
100
Early adolescence is often accompanied by this stage
What is the awkward stage
200
This gland is the master gland and influences body growth
What is the pituitary gland
200
These four factors also influence the timing of puberty
What is race, nutrition, health care and emotional stress
200
The sebaceous glands become more active causing this condition
What is acne
200
Young teen girls are especially concerned with this
What is body shape
200
Due to abundant energy and hormone fluctuations, young adolescents need to be allowed to do this
What is frequent movement
300
This gland largely controls both skeletal and muscular growth
What is the thyroid gland
300
88% of girls and 83% of boys reach puberty by this age
What is age 14
300
One in five young adolescents typically skip this important meal
What is breakfast
300
Early-maturing boys may be at a greater risk for these influences
What is early tobacco, alcohol, and drug use, as well as other dangerous behaviors
300
Adults need to respect these two things about the young adolescent
What is modesty and need for privacy
400
These glands cause huge surges, making being seated in a quiet classroom difficult
What are adrenal glands
400
Coupled with puberty, young adolescents go through an intense period of this
What is rapid growth
400
Only 20% consume this recommended daily allotment
What is 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day
400
Early development for girls makes them more vulnerable to this
What is serious health problems and risky behaviors
400
A young adolescents physical appearance is linked to this
What is self perception
500
These glands create the sexual traits of the maturing male and female
What are gonads
500
A high percentage of young adolescent injuries take place during these activities
What are school-sponsored games or practices
500
Poor eating patterns developed during childhood and adolescence are highly correlated with this
What is adulthood obesity
500
Parents are the best source of information for their children, but this entity also plays an important role
What is the school
500
Parents and teachers need to encourage and respond to youngsters who do this
What is ask questions
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