CBSE · Class 7 · Science · Chapter 6
Adolescence: A Stage of Growth and Change
Understand the physical, emotional and hormonal changes that occur during adolescence and learn healthy personal practices.
Start chapterLessons in this chapter
- 1Growing Up: Adolescence and PubertyUnderstand the changes of adolescence, why puberty happens, and why everyone develops at a different pace.
- 2Reproductive Maturity, Menstruation, and Personal HygieneConnect internal development with an accurate, respectful understanding of menstruation and practical hygiene.
- 3Understanding Emotions and BehaviourExplore how changing feelings can influence actions and how support and thoughtful choices encourage positive development.
- 4Nutrition and Physical Activity for Healthy GrowthExplain how varied meals and regular movement support the needs of a growing body.
- 5Respectful Relationships and Responsible Online BehaviourApply respect, privacy, and thoughtful decision-making to friendships and digital interactions.
- 6Resisting Harmful Substances and Seeking SupportUnderstand peer pressure, addiction, and practical ways to refuse harmful substances and find help.
- 7Chapter Summary and PracticeRevise the whole chapter by connecting growing bodies, changing feelings, healthy habits, and thoughtful choices.