The adolescent growth spurt: a) generally begins two years earlier for girls than for boys. b) generally begins two years earlier for boys than for girls. c) is slower in the early adolescent years, then speeds up around age 15 for boys and girls.
d) Adolescents who begin puberty earlier usually grow to be taller adults. b In the U.S., early-maturing girls are more likely than their late-maturing peers to: a) be unpopular. b) succeed in school.
b) The duration of puberty varies widely, from 1.5 to 6 years in girls and 2 to 5 years in boys. c) Adolescents who begin puberty early are also those who complete it early.
In the U.S., early-maturing girls are more likely than their late-maturing peers to: a) be unpopular. b) succeed in school. c) have a negative self-image.
Puberty began for Nancy when she was 9 years old Her mother began puberty at 11 years. For her grandmother, the onset was at 13 years of age. These changes in the age of onset of puberty over time are referred to as:
c) is slower in the early adolescent years, then speeds up around age 15 for boys and girls.
It has been said, “The only thing constant in life is change.” Human Development is a lifelong process of physical, behavioral, cognitive and emotional growth and change. The study of Lifespan Development Psychology leads to understanding the forces that shape human growth and maturation.
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