Time

Early Puberty Soared During the Pandemic, and Scientists Don't Know Why

Italy noticed it first. It was the first country to lock down during the COVID-19 pandemic, and later in 2020, researchers at Florence’s Anna Meyer Children’s University Hospital were the first to ...
CNN

Puberty is starting earlier. Should parents worry? 5 things to know from a pediatrician

Editor’s note: The podcast Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the medical science behind some of life’s mysteries big and small. You can listen to episodes here. (CNN) — Puberty: It’s one of ...
EurekAlert!

Excessive smartphone screen time linked to earlier puberty onset

Exposure to blue light, via regular use of tablets and smartphones, may alter hormone levels and increase the risk of earlier puberty, according to data from a rat study presented today at the 60th ...
KQED

Social Media, Earlier Puberty: How Parents Can Keep Up with Changing Environments

Puberty can be an isolating experience. Knowing that everyone experiences puberty differently can help tweens feel supported during this confusing time. Ruling Our eXperiences’s (ROX) Girls’ Index ...