(Originais Teachy 2024) - Question Hard of Sciences

During puberty, a series of physical and physiological transformations occur in the human body, mainly promoted by the action of sex hormones. These changes are essential for sexual and reproductive development, but also affect other areas of life, such as behavior and growth. Considering the complexity of these alterations, it is important to understand how they interconnect and influence human development. In 'The Adolescent Body,' L. Margulis and S. Sagan highlighted that 'puberty is one of the most revolutionary moments in an individual's life, not only due to physical transformation, but also due to the emergence of a new consciousness and identity.' Based on this statement and your knowledge, answer the following questions: (1) Describe two significant physical changes that occur in the body during puberty and explain how the action of sex hormones is related to these changes. (2) Analyze how the puberty process can influence the development of behavioral and social aspects in an individual and discuss the importance of parents and educators understanding and monitoring these changes.