which of the following changes are typical of puberty?

Typical changes of puberty include rapid growth in height, development of breasts in girls, enlargement of testes and penis in boys, growth of pubic and underarm hair, acne, body odor, and emotional mood swings.

Physical body changes

• Growth spurts in height and weight, with the body becoming bigger and stronger.

• Development of sex organs: breast development and onset of menstruation in girls; growth of testes, penis, and scrotum in boys.

• Change in body shape, such as broader shoulders in boys and wider hips in girls.

Hair, skin, and voice

• Growth of hair in new places: pubic hair, underarm hair, and thicker leg hair; some boys also develop facial and chest hair.

• Skin becomes oilier and more prone to pimples or acne during these years.

• Voice “breaks” and becomes deeper in most boys as the larynx grows.

Emotional and social changes

• Stronger and more frequent mood swings, sometimes feeling angry, sad, or confused more easily.

• Increased focus on appearance and what friends think, plus a desire for more privacy and independence from family.

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