UPMSP - 8 - Science :: Adolescence

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IAdolescence
Puberty , changes at puberty - change in height , changes in the body shape , change in voice , development of sex organs , mental , intellectual and emotional maturity
Secondary sexual characteristics in boys and girls
Reproductive health
Our glands - endocrine gland , pituitary gland , thyroid gland , adrenal glands
Hormones - testosterone , estrogen ,insulin
Menstrual cycle
Sex determination
Personal hygiene
Balanced diet
Health and nutrition schemes
Harmful effects of Smoking
Effects of population explosion
Family planning and various schemes or programmes

Expected Learning Outcome:

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Define adolescence
Identify various changes that take place at puberty - change in height , changes in the body shape , change in voice , development of sex organs , mental , emotional and intellectual maturity , define secondary sexual characteristics in boys and girls
Discuss the issues related to reproductive health
State the functions and importance of various glands like - endocrine glands , pituitary glands , thyroid gland and adrenal glands
State the uses of various hormones in our body - testosterone , estrogen , insulin , define menstrual cycle
Discuss menstrual cycle
Discuss the importance of balanced diet
Identify various health and nutrition schemes
Discuss the harmful effects of smoking
Explain the effects of population explosion
Explain the importance of family planning and various schemes or programmes

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