PSYC 140 - Module 6 Exam Review
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1. Boys Puberty 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.
2. Girls Puberty 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.
3. Summarize the The hypothalamus is a regulatory center in the brain and it sends GnRH to the
domino effect pituitary gland, triggered by achieving a certain threshold of body fat. The pituitary
and its role in pu- gland released gonadotropins (FSH and LH) which trigger the production of
berty. 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.
4. Late-Maturing have not been identified for being at risk for major problems, although these
Girls individuals may feel annoyed at being behind their peers regarding sexual de-
velopment. The poor outcomes are by no means inevitable.
5. Early-Maturing typically receive positive attention for being the tallest and strongest in their class.
Boys This positive attention is often from both girls and other boys, who may look up to
early maturing boys who have a natural advantage in sports and other activities.
6. Late-Maturing may be at-risk for problem behaviors if their appearance and behavior, paired with
Boys an unsympathetic and bullying school situation, results in their being rejected by
their peers. The poor outcomes are by no means inevitable.
7. Profile of peo- are more likely to come from middle- to upper-class families that are highly
ple with anorexia controlling, common for it to run in the family.
nervosa are more likely to be very perfectionistic and tightly controlling of their own
behaviors.
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may come from a culture or part of society where there is a high emphasis on being
thin.
may also have low levels of key neurotransmitters.
8. Profile of people may also run in families. However, these individuals are more likely to be impulsive
with bulimia ner- and engage in other reckless behaviors. Research has found connections between
vosa bulimia and depressive disorders, indicating a possible biochemical problem.
9. Eating disorders In summary, a variety of social, genetic, neurochemical, and personality variables
play a role in eating disorders. However, younger and more perfectionistic in-
dividuals are more likely to develop anorexia, while older and more impulsive
individuals are more likely to develop bulimia.
People with the purging subtype of anorexia will still be concerned about obesity
and would be underweight. Those components are not part of bulimia.
10. Early Maturing Girls who begin to mature before age 10 my experience delinquency, negative
Girls body image, eating Disorder, substance abuse and early sexual behavior.
Boys who begin to mature before age 12 may experience popularity with girls,
popularity among male peers & athletic success. May also be more prone to risk
behavior, starting to do more activities before they are ready.
Girl who mature later in life may have a more boyish figure and suffer from body
image problems. Even feeling left out from their peers.
Boys who mature later may be at risk for some social and behavioral problems if
these physical attributes contribute to them being rejected by their peers.
11. What are the affects your entire body.
health con- Anorexia can be fatal, and it is the deadliest mental disorder. Anorexia damages all
sequences of major organs, and heart problems can linger for the rest of the individual's life.
anorexia ner- Nutritional deficiencies also affect the brain and bones. Amenorrhea (cessation
vosa? of menstruation) is also common. Both anorexia and bulimia are associated with
mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
12.
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1. Boys Puberty 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.
2. Girls Puberty 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.
3. Summarize the The hypothalamus is a regulatory center in the brain and it sends GnRH to the
domino effect pituitary gland, triggered by achieving a certain threshold of body fat. The pituitary
and its role in pu- gland released gonadotropins (FSH and LH) which trigger the production of
berty. 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.
4. Late-Maturing have not been identified for being at risk for major problems, although these
Girls individuals may feel annoyed at being behind their peers regarding sexual de-
velopment. The poor outcomes are by no means inevitable.
5. Early-Maturing typically receive positive attention for being the tallest and strongest in their class.
Boys This positive attention is often from both girls and other boys, who may look up to
early maturing boys who have a natural advantage in sports and other activities.
6. Late-Maturing may be at-risk for problem behaviors if their appearance and behavior, paired with
Boys an unsympathetic and bullying school situation, results in their being rejected by
their peers. The poor outcomes are by no means inevitable.
7. Profile of peo- are more likely to come from middle- to upper-class families that are highly
ple with anorexia controlling, common for it to run in the family.
nervosa are more likely to be very perfectionistic and tightly controlling of their own
behaviors.
, PSYC 140 - Module 6 Exam Review
Study online at https://quizlet.com/_jjjwt8
may come from a culture or part of society where there is a high emphasis on being
thin.
may also have low levels of key neurotransmitters.
8. Profile of people may also run in families. However, these individuals are more likely to be impulsive
with bulimia ner- and engage in other reckless behaviors. Research has found connections between
vosa bulimia and depressive disorders, indicating a possible biochemical problem.
9. Eating disorders In summary, a variety of social, genetic, neurochemical, and personality variables
play a role in eating disorders. However, younger and more perfectionistic in-
dividuals are more likely to develop anorexia, while older and more impulsive
individuals are more likely to develop bulimia.
People with the purging subtype of anorexia will still be concerned about obesity
and would be underweight. Those components are not part of bulimia.
10. Early Maturing Girls who begin to mature before age 10 my experience delinquency, negative
Girls body image, eating Disorder, substance abuse and early sexual behavior.
Boys who begin to mature before age 12 may experience popularity with girls,
popularity among male peers & athletic success. May also be more prone to risk
behavior, starting to do more activities before they are ready.
Girl who mature later in life may have a more boyish figure and suffer from body
image problems. Even feeling left out from their peers.
Boys who mature later may be at risk for some social and behavioral problems if
these physical attributes contribute to them being rejected by their peers.
11. What are the affects your entire body.
health con- Anorexia can be fatal, and it is the deadliest mental disorder. Anorexia damages all
sequences of major organs, and heart problems can linger for the rest of the individual's life.
anorexia ner- Nutritional deficiencies also affect the brain and bones. Amenorrhea (cessation
vosa? of menstruation) is also common. Both anorexia and bulimia are associated with
mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.
12.
