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Adolescence - Coggle Diagram

- - - - Underarm hair
      - Pubic hair
      - Pimples / acne
      - Development of reproductive organs
    - - Broad shoulders
      - Deep voice
      - Facial hair
      - Increased muscles
      - Nocturnal emission (wet dreams)
    - - Breast development
      - Broad hips
      - Menarche (start of menstruation)
        
        Cycle: ~28 days
        
        Ovulation -> fertilisation OR Menstrual flow
        
        Signs of reproductive maturity
        
        Importance of iron-rich diet
        
        Myths & facts
        
        Menstruation is natural
        
        Bathing & light exercise are safe
        
        Medicines to delay periods can be harmful
      - Genital hygiene
        
        Wash with clean water
        
        Cotton undergarments
        
        Change daily
        
        Maintain cleanliness
  - - - Recognise anger
      - Calm down (divert, relax)
      - Talk to trusted people
      - Seek help when needed
    - - Self-concept
        
        How we see our strengths & weaknesses
      - Self-esteem
        
        Belief in our abilities
      - Positive self concept -> High self esteem
  - - - Interaction with family
        
        Desire for independence
        
        Need privacy
        
        Possible conflicts
        
        Healthy parent-adolescent bond
        
        Open communication
        
        Mutual respect
        
        Listening to each other
        
        Sharing feelings
      - Relationship with peers
        
        Friends become very important
        
        Peer pressure
        
        Positive - confidence, good habits
        
        Negative - risky behaviour
        
        Healthy peer relationships
        
        Respect
        
        Empathy
        
        Good communication
        
        No bullying
  - - - Abstract thinking - understanding ideas, humour
      - Personal fable - "nothing bad can happen to me"
      - Imaginary audience - feeling everyone is watching
      - Systematic thinking - planning and decision making
      - Idealism - strong sense of right and wrong
- - - - Say NO confidently
      - Don't feel guilty
      - Maintain self-respect
      - Eye contact & clear body language
  - - - Unreal body images
      - Violence & stereotypes
      - Loss of individuality
    - - Guide media choices
      - Discuss reality vs fantasy
      - Encourage critical thinking
    - - Awareness
      - Motivation
      - Learning opportunities