L8 - Puberty: Developmental Psychology

Flashcards about puberty, covering physical, emotional, and psychological development.

Puberty

The time in life when you begin to become an adult, marked by significant physical, emotional, and psychological changes.

Sex Hormones

Chemicals in our bodies that send messages about our development, triggering puberty.

Physical Development in Boys

Growth of penis & testes, body & facial hair, voice change, body odor & acne.

Physical Development in Girls

Breast development, body hair, menstruation, changes in body shape, body odor & acne.

Emotional Development during Puberty

Feeling overly sensitive, looking for identity, feeling uncertain, peer pressure, mood swings, getting sexual feelings.

Feeling Overly Sensitive

Feeling uncomfortable about physical changes and appearance, leading to irritation, temper loss, or depression.

Looking for an Identity

Trying to figure out what makes them unique, often associating more with friends.

Feeling Uncertain

Wondering about new aspects of life like career, livelihood, and marriage, leading to uncertainty about the future.

Peer Pressure

Influence from peers and popular media, potentially changing likes and dislikes.

Mood Swings

Frequent and extreme changes in mood due to shifting hormone levels.

Feeling Conscious About Self

Becoming conscious about body changes compared to peers.

Getting Sexual Feelings

Developing sexual maturity, curiosity about sex, and attraction to others.