Part 2 (A) - Puberty & Sexual Maturity
Definition of Puberty:
The dictionary definition of puberty is "the period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.
Physical & Sexual Maturity During Puberty in Males:
Males usually begin puberty around the age of 11-12 and end puberty around the age of 16-17. Physical changes in males during puberty include:
Physical & Sexual Maturity During Puberty in Females:
Females usually begin puberty around the age of 10-11 and end puberty around the age of 15-17.Physical changes in females during puberty include:
The dictionary definition of puberty is "the period during which adolescents reach sexual maturity and become capable of reproduction.
Physical & Sexual Maturity During Puberty in Males:
Males usually begin puberty around the age of 11-12 and end puberty around the age of 16-17. Physical changes in males during puberty include:
- Testicular size, penis size, and fertility
- Pubic hair
- Body and facial hair
- Voice change
- Musculature and body change
- Body odour
Physical & Sexual Maturity During Puberty in Females:
Females usually begin puberty around the age of 10-11 and end puberty around the age of 15-17.Physical changes in females during puberty include:
- Breast development
- Pubic hair
- Menstruation and fertility
- Body shape, fat distribution, and body composition
- Body odour