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Adolescence Flashcards

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describe puberty

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2 years of rapid growth between 11-14 yrs marked by development of secondary sex traits

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when does puberty end

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first menarche/sperm production

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what are major changes of puberty

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  • rapid physical growth
  • changes in body proportions
  • development of primary & secondary sex traits
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list adolescent frustrations

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  • wish for independence
  • appearance concerns
  • seek peer acceptance while bothered by same peers
  • struggle w/increased school work & responsibility
  • fluctuate adult behavior & child impulses
  • maintaining demanding schedule while needing more rest
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define ADOLESCENCE

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transitional period beginning w/sexual maturity & ends w/cessation of growth & movement toward emotional maturity

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major characteristics of adolescence

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  • introspection
  • experimentation & learning
  • testing of values & beliefs
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how much height and weight gain do boys go through during puberty

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4-12”; 15-65 lbs

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how much height & weight gain do girls go through during puberty

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2-8”; 15-55 lbs

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what body part grows first during puberty

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feet

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define ADENOHYPOPHYSIS

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anterior lobe of pituitary that secretes hormones for gonads

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what do boys 11-12 yrs go through during puberty

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  • growth of testes, scrotum, & penis
  • pubic hair
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what do boys 12-13 yrs go through during puberty

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rapid growth spurt

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what do boys 13-15 yrs go through during puberty

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  • underarm, body, & facial hair
  • growth spurt
  • ejaculation
  • deepening of voice
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what do girls 10-11 yrs go through during puberty

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  • rapid growth spurt
  • breast development
  • pubic hair
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what do girls 11-14 yr go through during puberty

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1st menarche & growth spurt

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what do girls 12-13 yrs go through during puberty

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underarm hair

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why do girls’ hips widen & round during puberty

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redistribution of fat

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when do growth for girls stop?

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16-17 yrs

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when do growth for boys stop?

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18-20 yrs

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when do teenagers get 2nd molars

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13 yrs

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when people receive their wisdom teeth

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14-25 yrs

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list healthy vital signs of adolescents

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  • 60-90 bpm
  • 120/80 mmHg
  • 16-24 respiration
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how do other bodily systems change during adolescence

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  • lung weight & volume increases
  • stomach & intestines increase in size & capacity
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male teenage bodily concerns

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  • penis size
  • embarrassing/morning erections
  • wet dreams
  • voice changes
  • sweating & acne
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female teenage bodily concerns
- breasts not symmetrical - menstruation & menstrual discomfort - pregnancy - hygiene - sweating & acne
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define BACTERIAL STIs
caused by bacteria & can be cured w/early detection & treatment
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define VIRAL STIs
caused by virus & incurable
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describe CHLAMYDIA
bacterial STI that can either by asymptomatic or not & spread to other pelvic organs; can lead to PID causing infertility
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s/s: chlamydia
- yellowish vaginal discharge - painful/difficult urination - spotting between menses/after sex
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s/s: trichomoniasis
- thin, frothy, yellow-green vaginal discharge - vaginal itching - tenderness & redness - painful urination & sex
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what causes trichomoniasis
parasite
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what causes herpes genitalis
virus
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s/s: herpes genitalis
- genital warts - pain & itching - swollen glands - vaginal discharge
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describe gonorrhea
bacterial STI that can be asymptomatic or not
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s/s: gonorrhea
- purulent yellow-green vaginal discharge - painful urination/sex
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describe syphilies + s/s
bacterial STI that can lead to serious mental disorders & death; characterized by ulcers on genitals, lips, & anus
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describe HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS (HIV)
virus that causes AIDS & spread via bodily fluids
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s/s: HIV
- lethargy - flu-like symptoms - weight loss - skin lesions - fungal infections
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describe HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS (HPV)
viral STI that is generally asymptomatic or characterized w/warts; can cause cancer of penis, cervix, anus, & throat
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what is the mortality rate for teen pregnancy & why
x2 mortality; mom & baby competing for nutrients
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describe the emotional/social characteristics of 13-14 yr olds
- negative & hostile - self centric leading to intolerance - compromise is difficult - experimentation - humor based on negativity
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describe the emotional/social characteristics of 15-16 yr olds
- less self absorbed than 13-14 yrs & better @ compromising - more tolerant of other perspectives - experiment & test boundaries - develop specific skill sets - curious & independent - date
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describe the emotional/social characteristics of 17-19 yr olds
- idealistic - increase stress leading to outbursts & discord - influenced by social groups - focus on economic independence - form close relationships w/grandparents
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define PERSONAL FABLE
thinking pattern related to cognitive function where person distorts & inflates opinion of themselves & their importance leading to belief of invicibility
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define IMAGINARY AUDIENCE
belief everyone is watching
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what are highlights of moral & cognitive development in adolescents
- question everything - develop sense of duty & fight against injustices - develop spiritual awareness - personal fable & imaginary audience
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how many calories should adolescent girls eat in a day
2600
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how many calories should adolescent boys eat in a day
3600
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how much of an adolescent's diet should be protein
12-16%
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describe ANOREXIA NERVOSA
complex emotional disorder of willful starvation generally beginning in 9-12 yr olds; more common in girls but increasing in boys; causes a large amount of deaths
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s/s: of anorexia nervosa
- hair loss - fatigue - weakness - hypotension - bradycardia - stopping of menses
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describe BULIMIA NERVOSA
series of binge eating & purges; linked to depression & low self esteem
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what vaccines should 14-16 yr olds get
- DTaP booster - HPV - meningococcal - flu
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s/s: anemia
- weakness - fatigue - excessive menses
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how much sleep should adolescents get per night
9-10 hrs
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why are teens more prone to depression
greater time for self-reflection
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s/s: depression
- crying spells - insomnia - eating disorders - social isolation/withdrawal - acting out - hopelessness - unexplained physical symptoms - loss of interest in appearance - giving away of possessions
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which gender is more affected by suicide
men
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list reasons for suicide
- depression - low self-esteem - poor impulse control - substance abuse - emotional isolation - grief over loss/love affair - failure in school - inability to meet expectations - influence of suicidal friends
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list factors that increase risk for suicide
- family history of suicide - major loss/disappointment - previous attempts - recent suicide of friends/family/role models - impulsiveness of adolescence
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s/s: suicide
- sudden changes in appetite/sleep - withdrawal/depression/moodiness - excessive fatigue/agitation - neglect of personal hygiene - alcohol/drug abuse - lost interest in hobbies/aspects of life - self harm - preoccupation of eath - giving away of possessions
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define PHYSICAL DEPENDENCY when regarding substance abuse
rely on drug to function
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define PSYCHOLOGICAL DEPENDENCY when regarding substance abuse
rely on drug for feeling created
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s/s: substance abuse
- altered sleep patterns/drowsiness/sleepiness/lethargy/hyperactivity - mood swings - changes in appetite - marked irritability - loss of interest in friends/school/activities - secretiveness - loss of property/money - impaired judgment - change in hygiene/appearance
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list effects of chewing tobacco/snuff
- cracked lips - oral bleeding - ulcers - erosion of tooth enamel - increase risk of oral cancer
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list effects of nicotine
- lung disease - respiratory cancers - emphysema - strokes - complications of throat, teeth, & tongue
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give examples of opiods
Oxycodone (oxycontin), Hydrocodone (vicodin), Heroin
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what drug is used to reverse respiratory distress in OD victims
Naloxone (Narcan)
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define BINGE DRINKING
+5 drinks for men & +4 drinks for women in a row within 2 hrs
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list the steps of the decision-making process
1. decide what decision needed 2. think through all possible alternatives 3. evaluate each alternative 4. select alternative 5. act 6. evaluate effectiveness of alternative
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what is FCCLA Planning
process for making goals; stands for Family, Career, & Community Leaders of America
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what are the steps of FCCLA Planning
1. identify concerns 2. set goal 3. form plan 4. act 5. follow up
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what are the 3 stages of dating
1. group dating 2. casual/random dating 3. steady dating
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describe GROUP DATING
attend activities as part of a group, putting less pressure on the individual allowing them to develop a friendship
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describe CASUAL/RANDOM DATING
explore comfort level & preferred traits
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describe STEADY DATING
couple is exclusive & committed
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