Early puberty can cause physical and emotional problems, such as short stature in adulthood, behavioural problems, early sexual activity, and high-stress levels.

All young people must be supported during this phase of life. And governments must provide targeted programs to support those most at risk.

A recent study published on Human Reproduction in Oxford Journals claims that girls who hit puberty early are likely to experience premature menopause. Women without children who had their first period before age 12 were five times more likely to reach menopause prematurely than women with two or more children, who started menstruating at 12 or […]