Given the physical and psychological impact of puberty, research has shown that it is critical girls learn to navigate this normative stage of development through discussions with knowledgeable adults. This is particularly important for Black girls, as they have earlier experiences with pubertal development increases their risk of for long and short term negative health outcomes such as depression, disordered eating, and physical wellbeing.
Dr. Rona Carter, an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan and expert on Black girls' pubertal development share here knowledge in this episode. She highlighted the ways in which race and gender-specific mechanisms, protective factors, and social influences can support the well-being of Black girls during puberty.
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