Human Growth And Dev
...W. Thompson
1. Explain the normal range and average developmental problems of girls and boys during the adolescent period? Give age specific examples and explanations of the examples
Adolescents are children who are 10 to 20 years of age. They are in a period between childhood and adulthood, called adolescence. This time period is divided into three stages, including early (10 to 13 years of age), middle (14 to 17 years of age), and late (18 to 20 years of age). During this time, your child will go through many changes in his physical, psychological (mental and emotional), and social growth.
Your child's body changes quickly during puberty. Puberty is a period in adolescence where the body develops and matures sexually. This period usually starts at 7 to 13 years of age in girls, and 9 to 14 years of age in boys. Hormones (special chemicals in the body), family history, and nutrition all add to your child's growth
Boys: Bones and muscles grow, and strength increases. Fat is lost in some parts of the body, such as the arms and legs. Broad shoulders may develop. Body odor becomes adult-like and acne (pimples) may appear. Their voice deepens and hair begins to grow on the face, pubic area, underarms, and other parts of the body.
Girls: Girls store more fats than boys. Their body develops with wider hips and smaller waistlines. Their body odor and voice change. Pubic and underarm hair starts to appear and grow. They may also get acne.
Mental changes occur during adolescence
• Change in self-image: Young adolescents often focus on their own self-image. Through different experiences, your child may find new beliefs and question old ones. He begins to form personality traits that define who he is. He defines his own ideals, values, and principles. By late adolescence, he is happier with who he is, and his place in society.
• Intellectual...
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