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PSYC 140 - Module 6 Exam Review| study guide correct and verified A+PSYC 140 - Module 6 Exam Review| study guide correct and verified A+ Boys Puberty - correct answers-Start of Puberty: Usually begins between ages 9.5 and 13.5. Growth Spurt: age 12.5 Spermarche (First Ejaculation): Begins around the age of 13 End of Puberty: 18 years old on average. Girls Puberty - correct answers-Start of Puberty: Typically begins between ages 8 and 13. Growth Spurt: starts age 10 Menarche (First Menstruation): age 12.5 End of Puberty: 16 years old on average. Summarize the domino effect and its role in puberty. - correct answers-The hypothalamus is a regulatory center in the brain and it sends GnRH to the pituitary gland, triggered by achieving a certain threshold of body fat. The pituitary gland released gonadotropins (FSH and LH) which trigger the production of sperm and ovarian follicles, along with sex hormones being released into the bloodstream. These sex hormones lead to the development of secondary sex characteristics like pubic hair growth, breast growth, etc. Late-Maturing Girls - correct answers-have not been identified for being at risk for major problems, although these individuals may feel an

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