Adolescence

Adolescence – A period of challengesRapid changes in the development of the brain and in theproduction of hormones during adolescence cause mentaland emotional disturbances. The adolescent loses theconsideration and freedom of a child which he/she used toenjoy. At the same time, he/she does not get recognition asan adult either. It causes identity crisis. A lack of awarenessabout one’s own personality during this period leads toimmature decision making. As a result an adolescent mayfall prey to evil influences such as imitation tendency, badfriendship and bad habits, misuse of mobile phones andinternet etc. It is essential to overcome these challengesand keep away from exploitations and temptations.In short,your ability to say ‘No’ to whoever approaches you withwrong intentions will protect you from dangers

 Basic Science VIII207Adolescence andthe concept of beautyThe heroic images created bythe media with commercialinterests influence theadolescent minds veryquickly. Adolescents are veryconscious about their body.They mistake externalappearances for personality.This makes them usesynthetic cosmetics, changetheir food habits and followunscientific exercises. It maycause severe healthproblems.The eating disorderknown as anorexia, is anexample. Regular skipping offood with an intention tomake the body slim maycause an aversion to foodwhich is called anorexia

 Addictive habits