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This fact sheet is part of the Teen talk: a survival guide for parents of teenagers series.
Adolescents are experiencing rapid changes in their bodies. During the teen years, they develop more adult-like physical features and might grow to double their height and weight. They are also becoming sexually mature, which involves more than physical changes. They are also developing new feelings about their bodies, sexuality, and intimate relationships.
Puberty occurs at widely varying ages. For girls, puberty can begin as early as 8 years of age but more commonly starts about age 10. Girls may experience a growth spurt in height and overall body shape in the early teen years. Girls will continue to grow, although a little more slowly, until age 17 or 18. They will begin to develop breast buds as early as 8 years of age, reaching full breast development anywhere from 12 to 18 years. Pubic hair growth as well as armpit and leg hair can begin at around age 9 or 10. Menarche, the beginning of menstrual periods, usually begins about two years following the first signs of puberty. That may be as early as age 10 and as late as age 15, with the average in the U.S. at about age 12.5.
Boys begin their growth spurt in height at age 10 or 11, peaking at around age 14. They finish growing physically at about age 21. The genitals begin to enlarge as early as 9 years of age, with adult size and shape achieved at about age 16 or 17. Boys' voices change at about the same time.
Early and late maturation has different implications for girls and for boys. With girls already ahead of their male peers, girls who begin maturing early may be out of sync with both male and female peers. Physical maturation can occur before maturing mentally, socially, and emotionally. Girls' concerns might include:
Being treated differently because of an "older" appearance.
Being the object of attention from older boys.
Lacking skills to cope with that attention.
This can result in having to deal with situations beyond their emotional and cognitive abilities.
For boys, concerns may be more about delayed development. As noted, most boys are already behind physically compared with their female classmates. If there is delayed development, the differences become more apparent. Teasing or bullying can occur resulting in low self-esteem or even depression.
Getting used to a rapidly changing body can lead teens to feel uncomfortable with their new shape and looks. They might also experience physical awkwardness when one part of the body hasn't caught up with the rest. Here’s what you as a parent can do to help your teen through this challenging phase of life:
Start talking about upcoming biological and physical changes at ages 8 or 9. Some children will become curious earlier and have questions.
Tailor discussions about biological and physical changes to your teen's age. Hold periodic conversations that build on previous talks.
Take your teen's concerns seriously. Listen closely and don't discount his feelings of being different or "something is wrong with me."
Avoid comments that will further embarrass your teen. For example, don't point out something about her physical appearance. Encourage other family members and adult friends to do the same.
Don't mistake physical maturity for overall maturity. It can take time for emotional maturity to catch up to a teen's body.
McNeely, C., & Blanchard, J. (2010). The teen years explained: a guide to healthy adolescent development . Baltimore: Center for Adolescent Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Simpson, A. R. (2001). Raising teens: a synthesis of research and a foundation for action . Boston: Center for Health Communication, Harvard School of Public Health.
Steinberg, L. (2008). Adolescence . New York: McGraw-Hill.
The Teen Years Explained — Clea McNeely, PhD and Jayne Blanchard — This e-book can help both teens and adults to understand developmental changes and tips for how to apply this knowledge to your everyday life.
Colleen Gengler, Extension educator emerita in family relations
Reviewed by Jodi Dworkin, Extension specialist and associate professor in Family Social Science
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If you're looking for the perfect gift for a teenager in your life then we're here to help.
Admittedly, buying for teenagers at Christmas - or any time of year - can be difficult (as their personal interests change so quickly it can be hard to keep up) but we have found the best Christmas gifts for teenagers to stock up on.
The best Christmas gifts for teenagers, which we predict will go down a storm, range from fashion and beauty to tech gadgets.
Whether you are shopping for the sporty teen, an artsy youngster, music lover, gamer, or fashionista in the making, we have found the best Christmas gifts to suit teenagers' every interest.
We have left no stone unturned when it comes to Christmas gifting, whether you are buying for your own kids, a grandchild, niece or nephew, or even a friend.
This selection of gifts will prove you’re “down with the kids”, with minimal stress and panic for you, plus it means shopping early you can keep an eye on the best deals and bargains to get the best price for your gift.
If you also want to save some extra pounds during the festive season, make sure you sign up to TopCashback .
So, if you're stuck for inspiration on what to buy the teens in your life this Christmas then keep reading.
Though your little one may not be ready to get behind the wheel just yet, this is perfect for budding petrolheads.
Red Letter Days has a variety of gifts, including this young driver experience, suitable for 10 to 17 year olds.
Teenagers don't always have the money to pay into a regular subscription - so they'll likely hugely appreciate a gift card such as this one for Spotify.
The music streaming service normally costs £9.99 each month, and you can just to gift £10, £30 or £60 to them.
Another great choice of online last-minute gift (and one that doesn't need delivering) is an Audible subscription.
This will give your teenage giftee access to millions of audiobooks: the perfect choice for anyone who prefers listening to books over reading them.
After a 30-day trial period it costs £7.99 a month: why not agree to pay for a few months, and see whether they want to take over the costs afterwards?
If you're buying for a beauty-obsessed pre-teen, this beauty subscription gift will make their day come Christmas.
Inside every box each month is a mix of products from top beauty brands as well as items from Glossybox's own beauty range.
Every box features five products worth at least £50, delivered straight to the recipients door in the iconic pink box.
A gift card is the easiest, and quickest, gift to buy someone, no matter what the occasion.
One4All allows you to shop at multiple retailers, which makes shopping an absolute breeze.
Love Theatre has a whole host of deals on theatre shows with very affordable price tags.
Not only is it a great gift, but also helps to make memories with your teenager at a time they may not want to hang out with parents.
For the teens who fancy themselves as a bit of a tech wizard and who likes all the latest gadgets, this affordable drone will be a hit.
It comes with a motion remote controller that fits neatly onto your hand, which also makes for easy use.
It has six axis gyro stabilisation, four channels, blade protectors, as well as coloured LEDs, for a swish exterior.
A stylish pair of new trainers are always a safe bet with teenagers.
The Air Max trainer shape is ideal durable design for everyday wear, and the cushioning from the Air unit and midsole means they will never want to take them off.
We love this neutral colourway, because it will go with every outfit.
Airpods are the latest must-have trend no matter what age, or music you enjoy listening to, these are what everyone is after.
The charging case not only protects your wireless earphones when not in use, but also keeps them protected to make for easy charging, so they can listen to your favourite tracks for hours on end.
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The luxe packaging is designed to replicate a gold ingot, while the scent itself is one you won’t forget.
It boasts deep notes of leather, amber and patchouli, blended with blood mandarin, peppermint and musk aromas.
Whether they are returning to school or university, or just need a trusty backpack to see you through all year round, no matter the weather, Herschel is the go-to.
This design has a fully lined interior and a reinforced base, which makes this super durable.
It can hold contents in the main pouch, but there is also a laptop sleeve too, all protected by magnetic-button fastening straps.
The Bose Bluetooth Speaker is a must for serious music or podcast lovers.
The stylish portable speaker is lightweight and compact, so is perfect for those on the go.
It's also great for travelling with too thanks to the water-resistant design. We love the bright orange and midnight blue colourways that it comes in along with a black option too.
Christmas means one thing – wrapping up all season to stay cosy and warm!
So it is no surprise a new jacket is always on the wish list come December to see you through the coldest months until spring.
The North Face is to the go-to shopping destination for a trusted, weatherproof jacket, for adults and children, with more and more teens spotted wearing vibrant designs from the outerwear brand.
Nothing says Christmas more than tucking into plenty of indulgent sweets and chocolates.
Whether you are looking for a stocking filler or an affordable gift for a teen, this hamper filled with retro confectionery is a no-brainer.
Sweet-toothed fans will be able to work their way through the Dip Dip sweets, classic Drumstick lollipops, Wham chewy bars and Jazzles.
You will definitely bag some mega brownie points with this gift.
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You may not be able to tear the teens away from the XBOX after opening this gift – but that could be a good thing for those wanting some adult time after Christmas dinner.
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This new edition is perfect for teenagers of all ages to dip into time and time again - plus it will look great taking pride of place on their bookshelf too.
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After you visit a country simply scratch off to uncover the area. Not only is it fun and interactive for youngsters, it is educational, and also works as a creative art piece for the wall too.
Extend the Christmas treat with an experience you can enjoy with your teen when the festive chaos calms down - plus, what could be more special than making memories together?
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