GCSE Heath and Social Care- Adolescence

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What is the age range for adolescence?
11-18 years
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What are the physical changes that the teenager will experience as a boy?
Growth spurt, capable of reproduction, growth of body hair, growth of muscles, lower voice, growth of penis, growth of testicles and production of sperm
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What are the physical changes that the teenager will experience if they are a girl?
Growth spurt, capable of reproduction, growth of body hair, growth of breasts, hips widen, menstrual cycle begins and body shape changes
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What are the intellectual changes that the teenager will experience?
Abstract thinking, start thinking in a more logical way to solve problems, ability to empathise, ability to remember large amounts of information and begin to question the world and own views
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What emotional changes will the teenager experience?
Mood swings, conflicts with parents, desire for independence, have both positive and negative emotions, self-concept becomes more formed and their own identity is formed
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What social changes do the teenagers experience?
Importance of peer group relationships, development of sexual and intimate relationships, friendships with both sexes, wider social circle and will be influenced by peer pressure.
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What makes self-concept?
Self-image and self-esteem
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