Adolescence (10-19 years) is a unique and formative time. Multiple physical, emotional and social changes, including exposure to poverty, abuse, or violence, can make adolescents vulnerable to …

The world now has more young people than ever before, making up 42% of the world population. Around 1.2 billion of these young people are adolescents aged between 10 and 19 years.

Jun 30, 2025 · Adolescence is the phase of life between childhood and adulthood, from ages 10 to 19. It is a unique stage of human development and an important time for laying the foundations of good …

Oct 23, 2025 · Adolescents need investment from the individuals and institutions around them to promote positive development, to prevent health problems, and respond to them if and when they …

Sep 23, 2024 · Increased investment is urgently needed to address evolving health risks and meet the mental and sexual and reproductive health needs for the nearly 1.3 billion adolescents (aged 10-19 …

Copenhagen, 25 September 2024New data from the WHO Regional Office for Europe reveals a sharp rise in problematic social media use among adolescents, with rates increasing from 7% in 2018 to …

Oct 11, 2024 · Understanding and addressing the specific health risks and needs adolescents face today is key to improving their future health, as well as for broader social and economic stability.

Apr 10, 2024 · WHO fact sheet on adolescent pregnancy providing key facts and information on causes, consequences and WHO response.

Childhood and adolescence are critical stages of life for mental health. This is a time when rapid growth and development take place in the brain. Children and adolescents acquire cognitive and social …

Mar 4, 2022 · Adolescent girls are not getting enough physical activity. The problem is growing worldwide and can have serious effects on health and well-being. A new study into the ‘Barriers and …