The teenage years are filled with many changes – rapid growth both physically and mentally, sexual attraction, cognitive development, interests in new hobbies and self-discovery, and importance of acceptance by peer groups. It's important to remember that these changes will happen differently for each teen. Some teens may have these signs of maturity sooner or later than others. Each child goes through puberty at their own pace. The Raising Children [website is a parenting resource with tips and information about this demographic. If you have nay concerns about your child’s development, or other issues, in these years, please reach out to your GP. Hyperlink to Teens healthy lifestyle | Raising Children Network