Puberty brings a surge of hormones like testosterone and estrogen, which don't just cause growth spurts—they "re-wire" the brain’s emotional center. Leo wasn't just "being weird"; his brain was beginning to prioritize social connection and romantic attraction.
: Initial stages often characterized by "crushes" and group-based interactions. Puberty brings a surge of hormones like testosterone
: High-quality education helps students distinguish between healthy relationship "storylines" and inaccurate or harmful media portrayals. Core Curricular Components Romantic feelings do not wait for a parent's permission
That is willful ignorance. Puberty begins between ages 8 and 13. Romantic feelings do not wait for a parent's permission. By avoiding relationship education, we abandon children to the worst possible teachers: unregulated social media, porn (which offers zero relational literacy), and peer groups that are equally lost. Some of these benefits include:
Why teaching young people about puberty is essential - Brook
Research has consistently shown that puberty sexual education has numerous benefits for boys and girls. Some of these benefits include:
