Part 1: Changes During Adolescence Part 2: Practicing Abstinence

o Group #: 6 o Group Members: Melissa François, Stacey Vassell, Sarah Korn, Adam Chappel, Meghan Jenkins o Chapter #: 21 (Adolescence “A Time of Change”) o Lesson #: o 1: Changes During Adolescence o 2: Practicing Abstinence ABOUT THE PRESENTATION

TARGET AUDIENCE o Grade: 8 th o Age: o Location: Classroom

PART 1: CHANGES DURING ADOLESCENCE

CONTENT OF PUBERTY o What is Puberty? o When does puberty occur? o Menstruation o Physical Changes o Emotional/Psychological Changes

PUBERTY DEFINITIONS: o A period of time when males and females become physically able to reproduce o Process of physical changes by which a child's body becomes an adult body capable of reproduction

WHEN DOES PUBERTY OCCUR? o Occurs as a result of the release of hormones o What is a hormone? o Male Hormone: Testosterone o Female Hormone: Estrogen o Usually occurs between the ages of: o 8 and 13 for girls o 10 and 15 for boys

WHAT IS MENSTRUATION? o Shedding of the uterine lining o 28 day cycle controlled by hormones

MENSTRUATION o Also know as “period” o Begins in girls ages 9-16 o Indicates the body’s ability to get pregnant

PUBERTY: Physical Changes o Primary Sex Characteristics o Directly related to the production of gametes o Males: Sperm o Females: Ovum o Secondary Sex Characteristics o Body hair o Development of breast in the female o Muscle development in males

PUBERTY: Emotional Changes A Holistic View of Adolescence

PUBERTY: Emotional Changes o Change in hormones affect mood o Understanding and coping with stress o Difficulty in expressing feelings

PUBERTY: Emotional Changes o Awareness of body and self-image o Changes in voice o Changes in skin (acne/pimples) o Growth spurt

PUBERTY: Psychological Changes o Brain developing and increasing in weight o Use of reasoning and experience to make decisions (understanding the “big picture”) o Ability to understand other points of views o What is cognition? o Cognition and memory increase

PART 2 PRACTICING ABSTINENCE

CONTENT OF ABSTINENCE o What is abstinence? o Steps to follow when choosing abstinence o Refusal Skills o Consequences of not being abstinent

ABSTINENCE CAMPAIGN

ABSTINENCE Definition: o The conscious decision to avoid harmful behaviors, including sexual activity before marriage, and the use of tobacco, and other drugs. o The only 100% effective way to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STI’s)

IS EVEYONE IN HIGH SCHOOL HAVING SEX?

MAKING THE CHOICE FOR ABSTINENCE o It takes planning, preparation, and self control. o Few Steps to Follow: o Establish your priorities in life o Set Personal limits o Share/Discuss your feelings and concerns with a trusted adult o Steer clear of high-pressure situations o If you are currently sexually active, re-evaluate

USING REFUSAL SKILLS o Communicate your decision clearly o Can be verbal and nonverbal o Discuss the matter o Discussion makes self control (a person’s ability to use responsibility to override emotions) easier. o If someone persists, become more assertive!

CONSEQUENCES OF SEXUAL ACTIVITY o These consequences include: o Unplanned Pregnancy o Sexually Transmitted Infections o Loss of Self Respect o Negative effects on social relationships o Family Disapproval

CONTENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL TASKS o What are developmental tasks? o Developmental tasks for adolescence to follow

DEVELOPMENTAL TASKS o Forming mature relationships with people your age and of both genders o Being able to cope with success and failure o Achieving a Masculine and Feminine social role o Accepting one’s physique

DEVELOPMENTAL TASKS o Achieving emotional independence from parents and other adults o Preparing for marriage, family life, and career o Acquiring a set of personal standards as a guide to behavior o Developing conceptual and problem-solving skills

DEVELOPMENTAL TASKS o Developing social intelligence, which include: o Becoming aware of human needs o Becoming motivated to help others o Desiring and achieving socially responsible behavior