Biology and Genetics: Adolescence vs. Puberty Gender Differences

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What is the primary sexual characteristic that is essential for reproduction?

Turner Syndrome

Klinefelter Syndrome

Scoliosis

Menarche (correct)

Which of the following is a secondary sexual characteristic mediated by hormonal regulation?

Precocious puberty

Scoliosis

Acne (correct)

Turner Syndrome

Which of the following genetic conditions results in short stature and lack of sexual development in females?

Puberty

Acne

Turner Syndrome (correct)

Klinefelter Syndrome

What is the most common age range for precocious puberty in girls?

7-9 years Signup and view all the answers

In the Health Perception-Health Management Pattern, adolescents are more likely to:

Feel invincible Signup and view all the answers

What is a common risk factor for sleep deprivation in adolescents?

Balancing multiple activities and responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What cognitive milestone allows adolescents to think about abstract concepts?

Piaget's stage of formal operations Signup and view all the answers

"Increased activity, sweat, and sebaceous glands" during puberty can lead to:

"Acne" Signup and view all the answers

"Tall, thin, lack of sexual development, gynecomastia" are characteristics of which genetic condition?

"Klinefelter Syndrome" Signup and view all the answers

"Peer pressure" can influence which health pattern in adolescents?

"Nutritional-Metabolic Pattern" Signup and view all the answers

"Piaget's stage of formal operations" lays the groundwork for which cognitive ability?

Future orientation Signup and view all the answers

In the Self-Perception-Self-Concept Pattern, what can impact how adolescents view themselves?

Acne Signup and view all the answers