During adolescence, teenagers are in the process of trying to find their own unique values and lifestyles. Robert S. Feldman, author of Development Across The Life Span, described that, “this …show more content…
“Production of hormones that triggers the start of adolescence, have boys may developing feelings of anger and annoyance that are associated with higher hormone levels while in girls the emotions produced by hormone production are somewhat different as in higher levels of hormones are associated with anger and depression” (Feldman 344). In the past, girls tended to react to menarche with anxiety, today, however, society’s view of menstruation is more positive (Feldman 345). It is seen that teenagers entering puberty are embarrassed by the changes that are occurring. Girls, in particular, are often unhappy with their new bodies (Feldman 345). Jean Ford discussed way to protect oneself from emotional extremes. Accept oneself, and learn to focus on what one likes. Get plenty of rest, at least nine hours a night. Avoid stimulants like caffeine. Recognize one’s triggers and avoid them. Know individual cycles. Exercise to relieve stress. Pamper oneself once in a while, and talk about it