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Puberty

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2	Puberty scares me

1 What is Puberty?
2 When to expect Puberty?
3 What are the signs of Puberty?
4 Dealing with Puberty
5 Bibliography
6 Related Pages
7 External Helpful Sites
8 Outline Sequence

[edit] What is Puberty?

Puberty refers to the time period when a child is developing into an adult. Physical change, although the most distinct, is not the only change that takes place during puberty. During this period, which could last from a year to as many as six years, a child would develop emotionally and cognitively. So, while puberty is an important phase, discussions on the topic tend to make young boys and girls as well as their parents squirmy.

[edit] When to expect Puberty?

In girls, puberty may start as early as 6 years of age, although it usually occurs between ages 9 and 13.
In boys, puberty may begin as early as 9 years of age, although it usually occurs between ages 10 and 14.

[edit] What are the signs of Puberty?

In both boys and girls, the first sign of puberty is physical growth. You may gain height and the size of your hands and feet may increase.

Girls

1. Breast development usually marks the beginning of puberty.

2. You could also gain body weight.

3. You could experience your first menstrual period.

4. Your skin could become oily and develop acne.

5. You may experience mood swings.

Boys

1. You could gain weight and become more muscular.

2. Testicles usually become larger during this period.

3. Hair begins to grow in the pubic area and the armpits.

4. Your voice could become deeper.

5. You may experience emotional ups and downs.

Tip: I found the following site to have crisp, yet comprehensive, information on the changes one can expect during puberty. Changes during Puberty

Tip: If you are short on time, you could read the following write-up. Although it’s not detailed, it gives the important facts quickly. Some Quick Facts

[edit] Dealing with Puberty

2	During puberty, I feel that my parents do not understand me

Tip: Unfortunately, there is no one tried and tested formula for this. What normally helps immensely is accurate information. As parents, it is important to keep the communication ongoing with children. Puberty is a time when children will generally defy parents’ wishes, act stubborn and/or cry without any apparent reason. Communication not only helps children understand what they are going through better, but also helps parents deal with difficult situations involving children going through puberty. While mood swings are natural and unavoidable, and children need parental support, a parent may still need to draw lines between what is acceptable and what is inappropriate behavior.

2	I will talk to my kids about puberty/ I have been spoken to about puberty

2	Speaking about puberty was not helpful

Tip: This article gives some good information on talking to children going through puberty. Talking to your Child

Tip: These two articles also give some great advice on the subject The Talk
Help your Child