PUBERTY

THE WORD
'PUBERTY' IS
DERIVED FROM
THE LATIN
WORD ”PUBERTAS”
MEANING
ADULTHOOD.
WHAT IS PUBERTY?
Puberty is the time when you physically
become an adult. During puberty, your body
goes through lots of changes. And your
emotions might feel stronger and more
intense. People usually start going through
puberty between ages 8 and 14. Females
often start puberty before males do.
Puberty doesn’t happen all at once it
comes in stages and takes many years. You
might have some signs of puberty at an
early age, while other changes show up
years later. Bodies are unique, so puberty
is different for each person. Everyone goes
through puberty at their own pace.
Puberty is a normal part of life. But it’s still
common to feel anxious, excited, and confused
about it. Knowing what to expect can make
puberty changes seem less weird or stressful.
And talking to your parents or other adults you
trust also helps. After all, they’ve gone through
puberty too. So, they probably understand how
you feel, and have good advice
 WHAT HAPPENS TO MY
BODY DURING PUBERTY?
There’s no way around it your body’s going to change a lot during
puberty. Here’s what to expect.

ALL BODIES:
• You may get acne (AKA zits or pimples) on your face
and body. If pimples are stressing you out or causing
problems in your life, talk to a doctor.

You start to sweat more, and you may have body odor
(when your sweat smells bad). You may want to
shower more and start using deodorant.
Hair grows under your armpits.

Hair grows around your genitals ,this is called pubic hair.

You may grow more hair on your arms and legs, and the
hair may get darker.

You may feel some pain in your arms and legs as you grow
(AKA “growing pains”)
HORMONE CHANGES
Many changes that occur during puberty are related to shifting
hormone levels. Some main hormones related to puberty are:
•Testosterone This is a primary sex hormone in males, and
it gives rise to male traits, such as a deeper voice, facial
hair, and muscle development. Testosterone also plays a
role in female development, to a lesser extent than in males.
•Dihydrotestosterone Called DHT, this hormone is more
powerful than testosterone and present in much higher
amounts during puberty. It initiates puberty in males and
may also help start puberty in females.
•Estrogen This is a primary sex hormone in females. It
promotes the growth of uterus and breast tissue.
•Growth hormone The levels of this increase during
puberty, causing growth spurts in the bones and muscles,
along with a rapid increase in height. A slower height
increase, of less than 2 inches per year, may signal a
hormone deficiency.
•Estradiol This is present in males and females. In
females, the levels of estradiol rise earlier and remain
higher after puberty.
MALES:
•Your voice gets lower or deeper. It may crack sometimes while it’s
changing, but that’s totally normal and eventually goes away. Your Adam’s
apple (bump in your throat) might get bigger and more visible as this
happens.
•Your penis and testicles get bigger.
•Hair may grow on your face, chest, and back.
•Your chest and shoulders get broader.
•You may have swelling around your nipples during puberty. This can look
like the start of breasts, but it usually goes away. This happens to about
half of males, and it can last for a few months or up to a few years.
FEMALE
•Your breasts develop and get bigger.
•Your hips get wider, and your body may become
curvier.
•You start getting your period.
•Your labia may change color and grow bigger
REFERENCES:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156451#ho
rmones
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/teens/puberty
THANK
YOU!