Young Men's Health
Body OdorBody odor is natural and is usually caused by sweating. When you are hot, feel nervous, or start exercising, you are likely to sweat more. This is your body’s way … read more
Articles Tagged: puberty
Acne
What is acne? Acne is a common and treatable skin condition that causes pimples or “zits” and other skin problems. About 85% of teens will have some kind of acne … read more
I am 20 years old and have gone through puberty. I am taller, and my voice has changed but I have very little hair on my entire body. Is this normal?
There is a really wide range of “normal” body hair. It also changes a lot from one ethnicity to another. The first thing I would think about is how much … read more
How come I always have an erection? It hardly goes away, I wake up with it and go to sleep with it, I always have to cover it up.
Erections are really common for guys when they’re going through puberty – morning, afternoon, nighttime, you name it! Why is this? The same hormone that causes you to grow taller, … read more
I am 17 and only 5’4″. What can i do if I want to add inches to my height?
Most males have finished growing in height by the age of 16-18. However, this depends on when you started puberty and your genetics (i.e. how tall your parents are). Your … read more
Does your height increase after puberty?
The answer to this is no. Right up until puberty, everyone grows at a slow rate. Then, when puberty hits, every teen has a growth spurt. The timing of this … read more
I have a breast that’s been developing for almost two years now and I’m so worried that it doesn’t seem to be going away. How long should I wait before it disappears?
It’s normal for males to have some breast development (either on one or both sides) during puberty. It typically occurs around ages 13-14 years and can last for 6 months … read more
Is occasional masturbation safe during adolescence?
Yes. Occasional masturbation is safe – regardless of whether you’re a teen or an adult. The only time that masturbation may be considered harmful is if you’re irritating your genitals … read more
I’m suffering from puberphonia and am not getting a good speech therapist for my problem. What should I do?
Puberphonia is a medical term used to describe what happens when a person has a high-pitched voice that lasts past puberty. It occurs most often in guys, but can occasionally … read more
How can I realize whether I’m an adolescent or not?
Adolescence describes the time of life when people develop physically (going through puberty), emotionally (developing deeper feelings and attractions to others), and cognitively (becoming capable of more complex thoughts and … read more