Adolescent Growth and Development

As your adolescent grows and develops from childhood into adulthood, there are many considerations regarding his/her growth and maturation. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Use the following links for more in-depth information:

• Adolescent Growth and Development
  • Female Physical Development 
    • Anatomy of the Breasts
    • Anatomy of the Female Pelvic Area
    • Menstrual Cycle: An Overview
    • Normal Breast Development
    • Puberty: Adolescent Female
  • Male Physical Development
    • Care of the Uncircumcised Penis
    • Overview of the Male Anatomy
    • Physical Examination: Adolescent Male
    • Puberty: Adolescent Male
  • Normal Growth
• Cognitive Development
• Relationship Development

Adolescent Health at Rush

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, is a leader in caring for children of all ages, from newborns through young adults.

At Rush, physicians from more than 30 specialties address the full range of pediatric diseases and congenital problems, from the common to the complex. Rush pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, nurses and other health professionals provide care that aims to fulfill community needs, empower parents and advance pediatric care.

For more information about the pediatric care at Rush visit the Rush Children’s Hospital home page.

Or phone (888) RUSH-KID or (888) 787-4543.

Looking for Other Health Information?

Visit Discover Rush’s Web Resource page to find articles on health topics and recent health news from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. You will also find many helpful links to other areas of our site.