adolescence: hdfs 239

	adolescence hdfs 239
	biological transitions Biological change is the most basic and universal characteristic of adolescence. Adolescence begins with the onset of pubertal change and can be said to end when pubertal changes are complete. In addition to their physiological significance, biological changes are also important social stimuli, both to others and to the developing adolescent. Links of interest: Excellent information on adolescent physical development, health care, and health risks from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons Complete Home Medical Guide. Transcript of Gray Matters: The Teenage Brain, a radio program produced by Public Radio International. This program focuses on biological changes in the brain and how they affect adolescents' lives. The Dana Foundation provides EXCELLENT site on a wide variety of issues having to do with the brain. Dissect a leech or a lobster or learn more about brain diseases or development. Visit the Virtual Kid and get questions and answers about the real things kids worry about that have to do with puberty.
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