pubertyadolescence
Puberty is the biological process by which a child’s body becomes capable of sexual reproduction, driven by hormonal changes that lead to physical and sexual maturation. Adolescence is the broader developmental period between childhood and adulthood, encompassing physical growth, cognitive development, and social and identity changes, and it typically overlaps with puberty.
The onset of puberty varies among individuals and populations. In most girls, early signs appear between ages
Pubertal changes are driven by hormonal signals from the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, which stimulate the
Brain development continues through adolescence, with ongoing maturation of the prefrontal cortex and other regions that
Health and education play important roles in supporting healthy development. Adequate sleep, nutrition, and physical activity