GWSC Year 8 Puberty - What is it?

At what age does puberty start?

• Girls 10-14 & Boys 12-16

• Girls 9-13 & Boys 10-14

• Girls 12-16 & Boys 10-14

• Girls 11-15 & Boys 13-17

What are common changes during Puberty for girls? Pick 2

• Change in Voice

• Genitals get bigger

• Grow taller

• Menstruation begins

What are common changes during Puberty for boys? Pick 2

• Change in voice

• Genitals get bigger

• Grow Taller

• Menstruation begins

What are secondary sex characteristics?

• are visible changes

• are no visible changes

• are changes that happen only to males

• are changes that happen only to females

What cause the changes to occur during puberty?

• The release of 2 hormones - FSH(follicle stimulating hormone) & LH (luteinizing hormone)

• The release of a hormone in the brain - testosterone

• The release of a hormone in the brain - oestrogen

• It just happens

Which statement best describes menstruation?

• It occurs in both males and females

• It occurs in males when they experience a wet dream

• It occurs in females when they experience their first period

Pick the items below that may assist a person experiencing puberty.

• Deodorant

• Beanie

• Sanitary items

• Condoms

• Skin care routine

Which part of the brain is responsible for triggering the puberty hormones?

• Basal Ganglia

• Pituitary gland

• Occipital Lobe

• Frontal lobe

Which is the hormone responsible for the changes that occur in a boy?

• Progesterone

• Testosterone

• Oestrogen

• Insulin

Which is the hormone responsible for the changes that occur in a boy?

• Progesterone

• Teststerone

• Oestrogen

• Insulin