Puberty

Adolescence has changed significantly in the last century. Professor Susan Sawyer is working to improve our understanding of the contemporary complexities of this age group

Far from being a quiet time, a child’s middle years - between ages eight and 12 – can be transformative. But according to Dr Lisa Mundy we need to better understand those changes

Social and economic disadvantage appears to be an evolutionary trigger for children being hit by early puberty, but it puts them at greater risk of associated health problems in later life