Changes From Adolescence to Adulthood (Grade 10 NSC Matric Life Orientation): Flashcards
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Age range of adolescence
Age range of adolescence
10 to 19 years
Definition of hormones
Definition of hormones
Natural chemicals that control body growth and development
Physical changes start earlier in which gender?
Physical changes start earlier in which gender?
Girls
What is menstruation?
What is menstruation?
Body starts producing eggs that could be fertilised
What is an Adam's apple?
What is an Adam's apple?
Lump at front of neck that moves when speaking/swallowing
Definition of peer pressure
Definition of peer pressure
Feeling you must behave certain ways to fit in with friends
3 emotional changes in adolescence
3 emotional changes in adolescence
Mood swings, uncertainty about self, risk-taking behaviour
Who becomes more important during adolescence?
Who becomes more important during adolescence?
Peers/friends become more important than parents
Examples of positive peer pressure
Examples of positive peer pressure
Study harder, do sports, make responsible choices
Skills for dealing with peer pressure
Skills for dealing with peer pressure
Stay true to yourself, choose independently, be assertive