Nervous System
Main job of the Nervous System
Controls the body (movement, senses, thinking)
What causes the big changes in teenagers?
Hormones such as Testosterone and Estrogen
What is sexual harassment?
Unwanted sexual words, actions, touching or pressure
How many hours of sleep should teens get?
8-10 hours
What does the Endocrine System produce?
Hormones
Two parts of the CNS
Brain and Spinal Cord
Name one physical change in boys
Voice deepens / facial hair / muscles grow (any correct one)
Name one high-risk situation
Walking home late at night, wearing sexy clothes, parties with alcohol/drugs, being in an isolated place with a stranger
situationHow long should you exercise daily?
At least 30 minutes
Which gland controls growth?
Pituitary Gland
What does the Forebrain do?
Thinking, memory, learning
What are mood swings caused by?
Hormones
Name one good refusal skill
Saying "no" clearly, use an excuse, tell them to leave, tell an adult
Name two ways to protect yourself
Stay with friends, tell parents, trust instincts, be careful online
What does the Pancreas control?
Insulin
Name the three main parts of the brain
Forebrain, Hindbrain, Midbrain
Why is self-control important?
It allows us to manage our feelings and not act out without thinking
What should you do if harassment happens?
Tell a trusted adult - family, teacher, etc
Who is responsible for your growth?
Yourself
Where is the Thyroid gland?
In the neck
What does the Autonomic Nervous System control?
Things such as breathing and heart rate. Stuff your body does without thinking
Name three healthy ways to adapt to changes
Exercise, good hygiene, talk to trusted people (or sleep, balanced diet, etc.)
Why is it important to say “No” clearly?
There is no confusion or mixed signals. That person knows that you mean no and that's it
List three guidelines for healthy development
Balanced diet, exercise, enough sleep, good hygiene, health check-ups, avoid harmful substances
Name two glands and their jobs
Pituitary = growth, Pancreas = blood sugar, Thyroid = energy