adolescence
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- Biological development
- Puberty in general
- Growth spurt
- Reproduction-related changes
- Changes in the brain
- Cognitive development
- Theoretical perspectives
- Improvements in cognitive ability
- Hypothetical and abstract thinking
- Metacognition
- Relativistic thinking
- Risk-taking
- Inhibition
- Psychological development
- Social development
- Identity development
- Self-concept
- Sense of identity
- Environment and identity
- Sexual orientation and identity
- Self-esteem
- Relationships
- In general
- Family
- Peers
- Romance and sexual activity
- Culture
- Autonomy
- Social roles and responsibilities
- Belief system development
- Sexuality
- Legal issues, rights and privileges
- General issues
- Alcohol and illicit drug use
- Prevalence
- Social influence
- Demographic factors
- Media
- Body image
- Media profusion
- Social networking
- Transitions into adulthood
- Promoting positive changes in adolescents
- Criticism
- See also
- References
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Adolescence () is a transitional stage of human physical and psychological development that generally occurs during the period from puberty to adulthood (typically corresponding to the age of majority). Adolescence is usually associated with the teenage years, but its physical, psychological or cultural expressions may begin earlier or end later. Puberty typically begins during preadolescence, particularly in females. Physical growth (particularly in males) and cognitive development can extend past the teens. Age provides only a rough marker of adolescence, and scholars have not agreed upon a precise definition. Some definitions start as early as 10 and end as late as 30. The World Health Organization definition officially designates adolescence as the phase of life from ages 10 to 19.