The onset of puberty activates the adrenal glands and the gonads, releasing hormones like DHEA, estrogen, and testosterone. While these chemicals drive physical maturation, they are also the biological catalysts for romantic attraction and sexual desire.
Most puberty curricula focus heavily on the physical changes of development. Students learn about hormones, growth spurts, and reproductive anatomy. While these facts are essential, they only cover half of the adolescent experience. The onset of puberty activates the adrenal glands
How does this media portrayal differ from real-world interactions? releasing hormones like DHEA