When kids reach puberty, they encounter sexual, physical and emotional changes over which they have no control. One great example given in this article is Becki Holmes, she was forced to shave her underarms and legs and also start wearing a sports bra at the age of 8 because her classmates would bully her. Physical development happens when teens reach the phase of early adolescence between the ages of 11 and 13years. It is normal for teens to compare themselves with other teens and become sensitive and self-conscious …show more content…
Adolescence is a time of great confusion and a time when teens are undergoing dramatic changes that will form who they are for the rest of their lives. Parents being emotionally involved, giving time and attention is crucial to how adolescents feel about themselves but also knowing when to give your child some leeway so that they can develop their own identity is also important. By teaching them appropriate socialization and helping them to develop a strong sense of personal identity, parents and educators can lead their children into becoming well- developed