Puberty and Physical Changes
Psychological Implications of Puberty
Issues Involving Self
Self-Esteem and Self Concept
Emotional Traits of Young Adolescents
100
This gland influences body growth and works in conjunction with the hypothalamus.
What is the pituitary gland.
100
This is closely linked with how satisfied young adolescents are with their personal appearance.
What is self-esteem.
100
They often exhibit behaviors that illustrate their self-centered natures.
Who are young adolescents.
100
A lack of exploration or commitment to any specific identity.
What is identity diffusion.
100
Young adolescents are novices when it comes to controlling this.
What are impulses.
200
This biological event is likely to occur between the ages of 9 and 16.
What is puberty.
200
They may tend to select older friends, be at greater risk for early tobacco, alcohol, and drug use.
Who are early-maturing boys.
200
This is the most pervasive trait of 10-15 year olds.
What is adolescent egocentrism.
200
This involves the assessment of one's competency in specific areas or endeavors.
What is self-concept.
200
This is inherent part of every life stage.
What is stress.
300
The name for a girl's first menstrual period.
What is menarche.
300
This receives much scrutiny and frequent styling during adolescence.
What is hair.
300
The belief that everyone's attention is centered on young adolescents when they are in the presence of others.
What is imaginary audience.
300
They often experience a drop in self-concept as the approach early adolescence.
Who are girls.
300
Above all else, young adolescents want adults who will do what>
What is listen.
400
Boys begin this starting around 10-12 years of age.
What is rapid growth.
400
This is usually a major concern for young adolescents.
What is body image.
400
An artificially elevated sense of uniqueness.
What is the personal fable.
400
This plays a major role in the well-being of individuals and directly relates to their success, achievement, and overall mental health.
What is self-esteem.
400
Most teens have a heightened sense of this due to their rapidly changing bodies.
What is modesty.
500
The fusion of the last 3 vertebrae.
What is ossification.
500
They are more vulnerable to serious health problems and risky behaviors.
Who are early-developing girls.
500
This is a major task of adolescents.
What is to construct a personal identity.
500
This is produced through social acceptance and the quality of interpersonal relationships they establish.
What is female self-concept.
500
The ability to balance one's own needs with those of others.
What is cooperation.
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