7th Grade Health Standards
Growth, Development, and Sexual Health
Standard 1: Essential Concepts
1.1.G Explain physical, social, and emotional changes associated with
adolescence.
1.2.G Summarize the human reproduction cycle.
1.3.G Explain the effectiveness of abstinence in preventing HIV, other STDs,
and unintended pregnancy.
1.4.G Explain how conception occurs, the stages of pregnancy, and the
responsibilities associated with parenting.
1.5.G Explain the effectiveness of FDA-approved condoms and other
contraceptives in preventing HIV, other STDs, and unintended pregnancy.
1.6.G Identify the short- and long-term effects of HIV, AIDS, and other STDs.
1.7.G Identify ways to prevent or reduce the risk of contracting HIV, AIDS,
and other STDs.
1.8.G Recognize that there are individual differences in growth and
development, physical appearance, gender roles, and sexual orientation.
1.9.G Explain why individuals have the right to refuse sexual contact.
1.10.G Describe the emotional, psychological, and physical consequences of
rape and sexual assault.
1.11.G Explain why rape and sexual assault should be reported to authorities
and trusted adults.
1.12.G Describe responsible prenatal and child care, including California’s
Safely Surrendered Baby Law.
1.13.G Evaluate the benefits to mother, father, and child when teenagers wait
until adulthood to become parents.
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