Abstract
Adolescence and Gender Equality in Health
Highlights
Puberty brings profound shifts in identity and sense of self
Puberty triggers a different engagement with peers and the external world [1,2], leading to the adoption of values and aspirations a young person takes forward into adult life
Inequitable gender norms mean that a girl may not have a choice in these life altering decisions
Summary
Puberty brings profound shifts in identity and sense of self. The external manifestations of sexual maturity propel a young adolescent into a different set of roles and expectations. Norms likewise determine school and work decisions and how they transition into their adult sexual roles, with lasting effects on their health and wellbeing.
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