A little bit of everything
Q: A period of growth and development when boys and girls mature physically, emotionally, and socially. It usually occurs around ages 9-16 for girls and ages 11-18 for boys.
A: Puberty
Q: What are two hygiene issues teen’s face during puberty?
A: Acne and body odor
Q: What is it called when a girl’s body sheds the spongy blood filled lining in the uterus?
A: Menstruation/getting her period - a girl should expect to get her first period about 2 years after her breasts develop and she begins growing pubic hair. Not all girls get their first period at the same time.
Q: True or False - Puberty related changes usually occur in females before males.
A: True
Q: True or False: All girls get their first period at the same time
A: False
Q: What are the two best ways to control body odor?
A: Deodorant/antiperspirant and daily shower/bath
Q: True or False: It is normal for a girl to have irregular periods when she begins menstruating.
True - one way to track your period is to mark the first day of your period on a calendar and count 28 days. This is when you should expect your next period, give or take a few days.
Q:Name two things you can do to stay healthy during puberty
A: eating healthy, exercise, and plenty of sleep
Q: What hormone does the pituitary gland signal the body to make?
A: Estrogen
Q: What are three things you can do to help with acne?
A: Wash your face every day, eat a healthy diet, and get enough sleep.
Q: What is it called when a girl experiences physical and emotional symptoms about 5-11 days before their period?
A: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Q: During puberty, this begins to grow under the arms and in the pubic area.
A: Hair
Q: What gland in your brain is responsible for producing hormones that regulate puberty?
A: Pituitary Gland
Q: If you use a pad, how often should you change it?
A: About every 4-6 hours, depending on your flow.
Q: Name two separate types of period protection?
A: Pads, panty liners
Q: What is usually the first sign of puberty for a girl?
A: Breast budding