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Describe the key physical changes during adolescence.
 
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Discuss the research on sibling sexual contact.
 
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Answer to Question 1

During early adolescence, parents are often shocked at the extreme changes that occur in their children; children can add 5 or 6 inches in height and gain 10 to 20 pounds in less than a year. Boys may develop a lower voice and a more decidedly adult physique, whereas girls develop breasts and a more female physique. Biological changes take place in virtually every system of the body and include changes in cardiovascular status, energy levels, sexual desire, mood, and personality characteristics (Hamburg, 1986).

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Greenwald and Leitenberg (1989) found that among a sample of college students, 17 reported having sibling sexual contact before age 13 . Only a small percentage involved force or threat, and penetration was rare. Research on sexual contact between siblings suggests that it can be psychologically damaging when there is a large difference between the ages of siblings or coercive force is used (Finkelhor, 1980; Rudd & Herzberger, 1999).




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Reply 2 on: Jun 22, 2018
Excellent


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