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Psych 160- Exam 3- Claire Lyons Questions answers latest update
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Psych 160- Exam 3- Claire LyonsWhat biological events signify the start of puberty? - Menarche for Women
Spermarche for Men
What are the HPA and HPG axes? - HPA- hypothalamus triggers the pituitary gland
to trigger the release of androgens in the adrenal gland
HPG- hypothalamus triggers the pituitary gland triggers the release of estrogens
and androgens in the gonads or sex glands
What physical changes accompany puberty? - Girls- breast, periods, more fat than
mass, acne, hair growth, height spurt
Boys- mass increase, acne, hair growth, testicular growth, height spurt
How does timing of puberty impact adolescents? - Girls- Early maturing is a risk
factor for girls because they can attract unwanted sexual attention. Late maturing
girls are overlooked at first but tend to do better later.
Boys- Early maturing can lead to externalizing problems (substance abuse,
aggression) Late maturing can lead them feeling left out but they tend to adjust
well.
, Poor nutrition can delay puberty. Has become a secular trend that puberty tends
to come earlier.
How is puberty viewed cross cultures - Menstruation is seen as a powerful thing
and can be really positive or really negative.
Orthodox Jews- celebrate "mikveh", which is a ritual bath taken one week after
menstruation.
Nigeria- "Shadi"= a festival of flogging of the adolescents boy to prove his strength
and stamina
What is the difference between bulimia and anorexia nervosa? - Bulimia- involves
bingeing and purging
Anorexia nervosa- individuals refuse to eat
What are the ideal body images for adolescents across cultures - Western ideal
have affected body image and eating disorders. Other cultures don't suffer as
much eating disorders because of less media.
How does the brain develop in adolescents - Dopamine levels are high in
adolescents making them more prone to addiction & risk taking.
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