Sexual Maturation
Definition
Sexual Maturation refers to the process through which individuals develop physical characteristics and capabilities related to reproduction.
Analogy
Imagine you're playing a video game where your character levels up over time. At first, your character might be weak with limited abilities but as they level up (or mature), they gain new skills and strengths - just like how our bodies gain reproductive capabilities as we sexually mature.
Related terms
Menarche: The onset of menstruation in females, marking an important milestone in sexual maturation.
Spermarche: The first occurrence of ejaculation in males, another significant event in sexual maturation.
Hormones: Chemical substances produced by endocrine glands that regulate various bodily functions including growth and sexual maturity.
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