What is puberty?

Puberty marks a significant developmental phase characterised by physical, emotional, and psychological changes. Here are practical strategies to navigate it.

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Understanding Puberty: A Transformative Phase Puberty is a significant phase in every young person's life, marking the transition from childhood to adolescence and eventually to adulthood. It is characterised by various physical, emotional, and psychological changes driven by hormones, which prepare the body for reproductive capabilities. Biological Changes During Puberty Puberty doesn't happen all at once, it's a series of events that could stretch over several years. Typically, it starts between ages 8 and 13 for girls and 9 and 14 for boys, though this can vary widely depending on individual genetics and environmental factors. Girls: For girls, puberty often...
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