Puberty and Adolescence
Alternate Names : Adolescence, Maturation - Sexual, Reproductive Development, Sexual Education, Sexual Maturation
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Adolescent health concerns
Adolescents face several unique health concerns, such as:
These problems are very real. Help is available through multiple agencies, including schools, churches, police and other civic groups.
Children should begin learning in the home about health, happiness, fulfillment, and dealing with life at a very young age. This should continue throughout the teenage years. Good examples set by parent(s), a stable and caring home life, participation of the parents during the growing up process, and a good education may contribute more to a happy and safe adolescence than any other resources available.
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