Exam 14: Adolescence: Biosocial Development

Studies suggest that genes influence the timing of puberty.

In adolescence, growth proceeds in a proximodistal pattern.

The day-night cycle that occurs approximately every 24 hours is the _____.

Latisha experienced menarche when she was 8 years old. She experienced _____.

Breast development and voice change during adolescence are examples of changes called "_____ sex characteristics."

Which pair of nutrients is MOST likely to be lacking in the adolescent diet?

In height, the average pubescent girl is about ____ years ahead of the average boy.

Janet and Carlos are both experiencing a growth spurt. If they are typical adolescents, Janet will have _____ than Carlos.

Secondary sex characteristics signify masculinity and femininity.

The first menstrual period is called "_____" and on average, occurs at about 12 years, 8 months.

A person with anorexia nervosa has a BMI of 18 or lower.

Adolescents are less susceptible to respiratory ailments because of a decrease in the size of the lymphoid system and the increased growth of the _____.

Sexual development before the age of 8 is called "_____."

Josefina is obsessed with her weight. She sometimes eats a whole package of Oreos at one sitting and then makes herself vomit. She also takes laxatives for weight control. Josefina MOST likely suffers from _____.

The changes of puberty are initiated by a part of the brain called the hypothalamus.

One reason for nutritional deficiencies during adolescence is preoccupation with body image.

During their growth spurt, females gain more fat than males do.

For both girls and boys, puberty typically begins as young as _____ years of age or as late as _____ years of age.

Mila told a friend that she doesn't like the way her legs look in her new volleyball uniform. She said she hates her body, and expressed a desire to lose a lot of weight. Mila's concerns likely reflect _____.

Changes in primary sex characteristics include _____.