Teen Development: Puberty Stages, Growth & Muscle Gain

Puberty involves five distinct stages that impact both physical growth and psychological wellness. Proper nutrition is essential for supporting growth spurts and helping teenage boys safely gain muscle.

Headaches During Puberty

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Kelsey Casselbury

Between homework and hormones, it’s no wonder that teenagers get a headache every now and then. Frequency of headaches increases as children grow, according to American Family Physician. Thirty-seven percent to 51 percent of children who are at least 7 years old report "frequent"

Kelsey Casselbury is a freelance writer and editor based in central Maryland. Her clients have included Livestrong, School Nutrition magazine, What's Up? Media, American Academy of Clinical Chemistry, SmartBrief and more. She has a formal education in personal training/nutrition and a bachelor's degree in journalism from The Pennsylvania State University.