Adolescence Lasts Until 32, Says New Study

Adolescence Lasts Until 32, Says New Study

Update: 2025-11-26
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New research from the University of Cambridge reveals that adulting might not start until age thirty-two. A study examining nearly four thousand brains identified five distinct phases, with adolescence lasting until thirty-two. This extended timeline, based on significant brain changes around age thirty-two, offers insights into brain development and life stages, including learning difficulties and conditions like dementia.

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Adolescence Lasts Until 32, Says New Study

Adolescence Lasts Until 32, Says New Study