Psyc 140 - Module 6 Exam Review Study Guide

PSYC 140 - Module 6 Exam Review Study GuideBoys Puberty - ✔️Start of Puberty: Usually begins between ages 9.5 and 13.5.Growth Spurt: age 12.5Spermarche (First Ejaculation): Begins around the age of 13End of Puberty: 18 years old on average.Girls Puberty - ✔️Start of Puberty: Typically begins between ages 8 and 13.Growth Spurt: starts age 10 Menarche (First Menstruation): age 12.5End of Puberty: 16 years old on average.Summarize the domino effect and its role in puberty. - ✔️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 - ✔️have not been identified for being at risk for major problems, although these individuals may feel annoyed at being behind their peers regarding sexual development. The poor outcomes are by no means inevitable.Early-Maturing Boys - ✔️typically receive positive attention for being the tallest and