PSYCH 102 1st Edition Lecture 3Outline of Last Lecture I. AdolescenceOutline of Current Lecture II. Physical and Sexual Development III. Factors that affect timing of puberty IV. Social Development Current LectureI. Physical and Sexual Development - Puberty1. Stage of adolescence when individual reaches sexual maturity and capable of sexual reproduction - Physical development may grow unevenly - Physical changes of puberty = 2 categories 1. Primary characteristics Sexual organs that are directly involved in reproduction2. Secondary characteristics Sexual characteristics that develop during puberty but not directly related to reproduction II. Factors that affect timing of puberty - Genetic evidenceo Girls usually experience menarche around same time as mothers - Environmental factorso Healthier = Earlier- Heavier = Earlier- Absent fathers = EarlierIII. Social Development - Some friction is inevitable - Relations with friends and peers is increasingly important - Social network influences values - Romantic relations become important during adolescent years These notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a
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