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Adolescent development

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Definition

The development of children ages 12 through 18 years old is expected to include predictable physical and mental milestones.


Alternative Names

Development - adolescent; Growth and development - adolescent


Information

Review Date: 01/17/2011
Reviewed By: Jennifer K. Mannheim, ARNP, Medical Staff, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Seattle Children's Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)