3.2b Adolescence and Adulthood

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Adolescence

Transition period from childhood to adulthood starting at puberty.

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Puberty

Period of sexual orientation.

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Spermarche

1st ejaculation in boys.

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Menarche

1st menstrual period.

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Testosterone

Hormone that stimulates growth of male sex characteristics.

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Estrogen

Hormone associated with female development for sex characteristics.

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Primary Sex Characteristics

Sexual reproduction body structures such as ovaries, testes, and external genitalia.

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Secondary Sex Characteristics

Nonreproductive sexual traits like female breasts and hips, male voice quality, and body hair.

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Pruning

Neural connections are 'use it or lose it'.

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Myelin growth

Speeds neurotransmissions and communication in brain.

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Healthy Aging

Involves exercise, healthy eating, and low stress.

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Menopause

The time of natural ending of menstruation.