teismelise

Teismelise is the Estonian noun and adjective form referring to a person who is in adolescence, i.e., in the teenage years. The term is used to describe someone in the period between childhood and adulthood. In grammar, teismelise is the genitive singular form of teismeline; the plural nominative is teismelised and the basic adjective form is teismeline. The concept is commonly associated with the broader stage of adolescence, though the exact age range varies by context and source.

In usage, teismelise denotes both a person and the characteristics typical of adolescence, such as developing identity, increasing autonomy, and evolving social relationships. This life stage intersects with puberty (puberteet) and with educational and health considerations that are relevant to teenagers. Discussions about teismelised often address education, mental health, digital literacy, and safe participation in society.

Societal and institutional contexts view teismelised as a key demographic for policy, education, and youth services. Schools, healthcare providers, and youth organizations commonly tailor programs to support balanced autonomy, physical and mental well-being, and responsible use of technology. The label is widely used in media, research, and public discourse to refer to people in this transitional period of life.

See also: adolescence, puberty, Estonian youth, noorus, puberteet.