Chapter 1 Understanding Your Health

1. Chapter 1 UnderstandingYour Health Lesson 2 Changes During theTeen Years Click for: >> Main Menu >> Chapter 1 Assessment Teacher’s notes are available in the notes section of this presentation. Next >>

2. The stage between childhood and adulthood • adolescence The time when you start developing physical characteristics of adults of your gender • puberty Chemical substances, produced in glands, that help regulate many body functions • hormones

3. People in your age group • peers Volunteer programs whose goal is to improve the community and the life of its residents • communityservice

4. In this lesson, you will learn to • describephysical changes that occur during the teen years. • identifythe mental and emotional changes hormones cause. • explainhow your relationships may change. • practicehealthful behaviors to improve total health.

5. Finding the Main Idea For each of the main headings in this lesson, write one sentence that states the main idea. Major Headings in this Lesson • Adolescence: Time of Change and Challenge • Physical Changes • Mental/Emotional Changes • Social Changes

6. Adolescence: Time of Change and Challenge Adolescence is a time of discovery. The object of discovery is you. adolescence The stage of life between childhood and adulthood

7. Adolescence: Time of Change and Challenge You begin to ask the question “Who am I?” You learn more about yourself and your abilities. You meet new people and have new experiences. You gain greater independence and take on new responsibilities.

8. Your Growing Responsibility The responsibilities you take on during adolescence prepare you for your adult years. Your current responsibilities may include helping with household chores, such as washing the dishes or mowing the lawn. You may also be responsible for looking after a younger brother or sister, or for walking the dog.

9. Physical Changes Physical Changes Growth spurts Growth of body hair Changes in body shape

10. Puberty usually beginsbetween the ages of8 and 14. Puberty usually beginsbetween the ages of11 and 14. Girls Boys Physical Changes Physical changes that occur during adolescence are the result of puberty. puberty The time when you start developing physical characteristics of adults of your gender

11. Physical Changes The changes that occur during puberty are all related to the release of hormones. hormones Chemical substances, produced in glands, that help regulate many body functions The changes that hormones cause can make some teens feel uncomfortable.

12. Mental/Emotional Changes Mental Changes Emotional Changes • You are able to face problems that are more complex. • You can imagine the possible consequences of your actions. • You begin to understand different points of view. • You can see different solutions to a problem. • You begin to develop your own values and beliefs. • You experience mood swings caused by hormones. • You begin to feel attraction toward others. • You have an increased awareness in what is important to you. • You become aware of the importance of assuming responsibility

13. Social Changes During adolescence, you are likely to experience changes in your relationships with family, peers, and the community.

14. Social Changes Family Relationships You are learning to act independently of your parents or other family members. You are learning to make decisions for yourself. Peer Relationships Relationships withthe Community

15. Social Changes Family Relationships During adolescence, your friends and peers take on a greater importance. Peer Relationships peers People in your age group Relationships withthe Community

16. Social Changes Family Relationships Many schools have begun sponsoring community service programs to get teens involved. Peer Relationships Relationships withthe Community community service Volunteer programs whose goal is to improve the community and the life of its residents

17. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned VocabularyDefine puberty.

18. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned Identify What are mood swings? What causes them?

19. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned RecallWhat are some physical changes that occur during the teen years?

20. Lesson 2 Review Thinking Critically AnalyzeRegi’s cousin told her she is upset about differences she is having with her parents. What advice would you give this teen if you were in Regi’s place?

21. Lesson 2 Review Thinking Critically ApplyWhat are two ways that you could become involved in your own community?

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