Sexual Maturation

Sexual maturation is the process through which the body develops the physical and hormonal characteristics necessary for reproduction. It begins with the activation of the endocrine system, leading to the production of hormones like estrogen and testosterone. These hormones cause changes such as growth of reproductive organs, development of secondary sexual features (like facial hair or breast development), and the onset of puberty. This process varies among individuals, usually occurring in adolescence, and prepares the body for potential sexual activity and fertility.