puberty
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Because the organ gradually shrinks after puberty and produces fewer new T cells over time, many scientists assumed it played only a limited role in adult health.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
It can affect women at any point in their lives but often coincides with moments of significant hormonal changes - including puberty, having a baby, or going through the menopause.
From BBC • May 16, 2026
After puberty, she said, growth hormone won’t make bones grow long, but other parts of the body may grow disproportionately, including the hands, feet, jaw and tongue.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026
The age range served by the Radical Monarchs is a critical time for girls, as puberty and the transition to middle school can be challenging.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
We were moved from the rez elementary school to the big central junior high at the same time most of us hit puberty, around eleven or twelve years old.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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