Growing Up
What is the stage between childhood and adulthood called?
Adolescence
What chemicals help your body grow and develop?
Hormones
Which group usually starts puberty first: boys or girls?
Girls
Can puberty affect your emotions?
Yes
What is personal hygiene?
Keeping your body and clothing clean
What is puberty?
The process your body goes through as you grow older and develop.
Which body system controls hormones?
The endocrine system
Name one physical change both boys and girls may experience.
Acne, growth in height, body odour, or pubic hair
What is a mood swing?
A quick change in how you feel
What product helps cover up body odour?
Deodorant
During what stage of life does puberty happen?
Adolescence
What can hormones help control besides growth?
Your mood/emotions
What is one change that happens only to boys during puberty?
Their voice deepens (or facial hair grows)
Name one emotion someone might feel during puberty.
Nervous, excited, embarrassed, happy, or confused
Name two ways to care for your teeth.
Brush and floss
Between about what ages can puberty begin?
Between ages 8 and 15
How do hormones travel through the body?
Through the bloodstream
What is one change that happens only to girls during puberty?
Breast development or menstruation begins
Who is one trusted person you could talk to about puberty?
A parent, teacher, sibling, or other trusted adult
What is acne?
A skin condition that causes red bumps or pimples
Why is puberty an important stage of life?
It helps your body change from a child into an adult.
Why are hormones important during puberty?
They cause the body changes that help you mature into an adult.
Why do boys and girls experience some different changes during puberty?
Their bodies develop in different ways as they mature.
Why shouldn't someone compare themselves to others during puberty?
Because everyone grows and changes at different times.
Name two ways to help prevent acne.
Wash your face regularly and avoid touching or scratching your face.