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Researchers have linked the trend of earlier puberty in Black girls to elevated stress hormones.

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Here is a timeline of key events in American Girl history, including release dates for the first eight historical dolls.

Study Says Stress, Weight And Hormones Alter Timing of Puberty in Girls By Deanna Neff HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, April 16, 2026 (HealthDay News) — For decades, doctors have noticed that girls are ...

A recent publication from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that the median age of onset of menstruation decreased from 12.1 years old in 1995 to 11.9 by 2017. This means that ...

New research reveals how stress, body weight, and hormone patterns interact to influence when puberty begins, offering fresh insight into long-term health risks and early intervention opportunities.