Physical and Emotional Changes
Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) · 6th Class · Myself: Growing, Changing and Keeping Safe · 2.º Período

Physical and Emotional Changes

Understanding the physical and emotional changes associated with puberty and growing up. Pupils learn to normalize these changes and identify trusted adults they can talk to.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsStrand: MyselfStrand Unit: Growing and changing (As I grow I change)

About This Topic

Understanding the physical and emotional changes associated with puberty and growing up. Pupils learn to normalize these changes and identify trusted adults they can talk to.

Key Questions

  1. What physical changes happen during puberty?
  2. How do our emotions change as we grow?
  3. Who can I talk to if I have questions about growing up?

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