The Influence of Physical Growth and Related Factors in Age of Attaining Menarche in Rural School Girls
Year: 2018
Type: article
Abstract: The word puberty is derived from the Latin word “pubertus” which means “age of manhood.” It refers to the biological developments that lead to physical maturity and capacity for reproduction. There has been a secular (time- related) trend towards an earlier onset of menarche with a decline of two to three months per decade [Wyshak, Tehrani] An Indian study has shown that in the last three decades, the age at menarche has been lowered at an average rate of about six months per decade and reflects upon the improved socio-economic, nutritional, and general conditions in India.
Source: Social Innovations Journal
Authors: Mariam Jacob, Riya, G. Fenn, Miriam, Mathew, Anna
Language: English
Subfield: Reproductive Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W7218083168