Adolescence and Sleep Patterns Quiz

The physical and psychological changes that occur during adolescence, leading to sexual maturity.

A complex interplay of hormones, primarily testosterone and estrogen, that drive the physical changes of puberty.

The physical growth spurt, a rapid increase in height and weight, that occurs during puberty.

The development of secondary sexual characteristics, such as breasts in females and facial hair in males. This is the outward sign of sexual maturation.

Variations in the age of onset of puberty among individuals.

The speed at which puberty progresses.

Factors, such as genetics and environmental influences, that contribute to the timing of puberty.

The psychological and social impact of puberty, including changes in self-image, social relationships, and emotional development.

A part of the brain that controls hormone levels by inhibiting the pituitary gland when levels get too high.

Another part of the brain that is responsible for producing hormones.

The process of the adrenal glands maturing, which happens before puberty. It contributes to the development of body odor and signals sexual maturation.

Chemical signals that trigger specific responses in the body, often associated with sexual maturation.

The hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps us respond to stress. At high levels, it can be harmful to brain cells.

The hormone that stimulates kisspeptin production in the brain, which plays a role in sexual development.

The hormone that suppresses kisspeptin production in the brain.

A class of sex hormones secreted by the gonads, found in both sexes, but in higher levels in males than females following puberty.

A type of sex hormone responsible for developing male characteristics like muscle growth and facial hair. Produced by the testes.

A type of sex hormone responsible for developing female characteristics like breast growth and widening hips. Produced by the ovaries.

The neurophysiological pathway that controls the release of sex hormones, involving interactions between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and gonads.

The process by which the brain regulates the levels of androgens and estrogens in the body, adjusting the hormonal set points based on various signals.

The process of hormone regulation during puberty, influenced by various internal and external factors.

Changes in the body that occur during puberty, particularly related to developing sexual characteristics.

The difference in the amount of muscle mass to fat in a person's body.

The increase in body fat that occurs during puberty, especially for females.

The societal pressure on girls to be thin.

The less vulnerability to thinness pressure among Black adolescents compared to other girls.

The difference in athletic performance between boys and girls is partly due to the difference in their muscle-to-fat ratio.

The process of rapid growth in body fat among females in early adolescence.

A natural shift in the timing of the sleep-wake cycle that occurs during adolescence. As a result, adolescents tend to stay up later and have trouble waking up early.

The amount of sleep a person needs varies throughout their lives. Adolescents require around 8-10 hours of sleep per night.

The blue light emitted from electronic devices, such as phones and computers, can interfere with the production of melatonin, making it harder to fall asleep.

An increase in the time spent on schoolwork, extracurricular activities, and social engagements can make it harder to fall asleep at a reasonable hour.

The amount of light in the environment affects the secretion of melatonin, influencing sleep patterns.

Melatonin levels rise later at night in adolescents who have completed puberty than those who haven't.

Changes in hormone levels during puberty, especially high levels of certain hormones, can affect mood and lead to depression.

The timing of puberty varies between individuals.

The rate at which puberty progresses varies.

The negative effects of high hormone levels in early puberty tend to lessen as puberty progresses.