What if you start puberty later than your friends?

Understand late puberty: It’s normal, varies in timing among individuals, and managing its social and emotional impacts is crucial for well-being.

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Understanding Late Puberty Puberty is a significant period in every young person's life, marking the transition from childhood to adolescence. This journey involves physical, emotional, and psychological changes, which occur as the body matures sexually. Most individuals begin puberty between the ages of 8 and 14; however, the timing can vary widely from one person to another. Experiencing these changes later than your peers is known as delayed puberty. Delayed puberty might seem concerning if you compare yourself to your friends, but it's important to recognise that puberty can start and progress at different times for everyone. For some, puberty...
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