Maybe you've noticed the boys around you have started shaving, and you're wondering when you'll have to start. ... What is puberty? During your teenage years, your body will go through several changes as you become an adult. This body development is called puberty. ... What happens during puberty? read more
Puberty is the time when you physically become an adult. During puberty, your body goes through lots of changes. And your emotions might feel stronger and more intense. People usually start going through puberty between ages 8 and 14. Girls often start puberty before boys do. read more
During puberty, some boys might become worried about their bodies after seeing what some of their friends look like. For instance, lots of boys are concerned about their muscles. You may have already noticed some boys starting to get chest muscles (called the pectoralis muscles or pecs for short). read more
Puberty starts at different times and lasts for different periods of time for everyone. It can start as early as 9 years of age to as late as 13 1/2 years of age. The sequence of pubertal development usually ranges from 2 to 5 years. read more
During puberty, your body goes through lots of changes. And your emotions might feel stronger and more intense. People usually start going through puberty between ages 8 and 14. Females often start puberty before males do. Puberty doesn’t happen all at once — it comes in stages and takes many years. read more