puberty definition
The process of physical changes through which a child's body matures into an adult body that is capable of reproduction.
Adolescence
The period following the beginning of puberty where an individual is transitioning from a child to an adult.
what is puberty
Puberty is a time where a young person's sexual and reproductive organs mature. During this time, people also experience many social, emotional and mental challenges.
when does puberty start normally between boys
For boys, puberty generally starts between the ages of 10 to 15 years old
when does puberty start normally between girls
For girls, puberty generally starts between the ages of 8 to 13 years old
male changes during puberty
Enlargement of penis, scrotum and testiclesThick and large growth of hair on face, legs, arms, underarms and in private partsHeight and weight greatly increasesVoice cracks and becomes deeperBody starts to develop spermOily skin and sweat
female changes during puberty
Development of breast tissue/breastsGrowth of hair on arms, legs, underarms and private partsHips start to widenHeight and weight increasesOily skin and sweatStart to experience menstruation