Adolescence: A Time of Change

Adolescence is a time of change, a transitional period in human development during which an individual gradually moves from childhood to adulthood. Beginning in puberty, children undergo many physical, psychological and social changes that help them mature. During this process of growing up, their bodies, minds and relationships stretch in many new directions. As a result, their world – and that of those around them - seems to be upside down.


Adolescence is often a time of hurt feelings for ...