Emotional changes in puberty
Find out more about the emotional ups and downs of puberty, how to navigate them and what support is available.
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Puberty for boys
Learn about the complex physical and emotional changes a boy experiences in adolescence as he becomes a young man.
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Puberty for girls
Learn about the complex physical and emotional changes a girl experiences in adolescence as she becomes a young woman.
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Teenagers' health
Growing up to a young adult can be exciting, but can also be tough for a lot of teenagers. Find out what to expect during puberty, and learn about health issues including acne, eating disorders, glandular fever and more.
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Oestrogen
Oestrogen is a female sex hormone with many roles, including controlling puberty and strengthening bones. But too much or too little can cause medical problems.
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Gender incongruence
Gender incongruence is the term used to describe when your gender is different to when you were born. There are resources to support you. Find out more here.
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Klinefelter (XXY) syndrome
Klinefelter (XXY) syndrome symptoms includes small genitals and infertility. Around 1 in 500 males have Klinefelter syndrome, but most are unaware.
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Gynecomastia
Gynecomastia is a condition where males develop enlarged breasts – often called ‘man boobs’. It's very common and usually not serious. Learn here about the treatments available and where to seek help.
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Testosterone blood test
A testosterone blood test can show us how much of the sex hormone testosterone is in your body. Males usually have more testosterone than females.
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Gigantism
Gigantism is a rare condition that causes children to grow abnormally fast and tall. It can be treated successfully, but there may still be symptoms.
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