PSY 230 Ch 9 Adolescence

What marks the beginning of adolescence?

Beginning of puberty

Define menarche.

First menstrual period

Define spermarche.

First ejaculation of sperm

What are gonads?

Sex glands that produce hormones (testes/ovaries)

Difference between primary and secondary sex characteristics?

Primary: reproductive organs; Secondary: visible traits (e.g. breasts, facial hair)

How does stress affect puberty?

Can cause earlier onset, increasing risk of emotional and physical issues

Name three eating disorders.

Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder

Define inductive reasoning.

Reasoning from specific observations to general conclusions

Define deductive reasoning.

Reasoning from general principles to specific conclusions

What is adolescent egocentrism?

Belief that one's own thoughts and experiences are unique

Define personal fable.

Belief that one is destined for greatness or tragedy

Define imaginary audience.

Belief that others are constantly watching and judging

Adolescence Age

11-18

Puberty Duration and Age

Around 9-11 years lasting for 3-5 years

How does Obesity and Environment affect development

Obesity accelerates puberty for girls and delays it for boys. Stress causes puberty to start earlier.