Adolescence is the transitional period of physical and psychological development in humans.
It is a phase between childhood and adulthood.
There occurs major physical and psychological changes.
Physical changes- The voice deepens, pubic hair grows, the pituitary gland releases increased amounts of gonadotropins, ovaries and the testes grow more rapidly, and produce larger amounts of estrogen and androgen.
Psychological changes- Due to hormonal changes, there occurs mood swings and frequent change in their temperament and behavior issues are common.