The term 'Changing Time' is often used to refer to the period of physical and emotional development known as PUBERTY. PUBERTY is a seven-letter word that describes the transition from childhood to adulthood, during which a person experiences a range of physical and emotional changes. During this time, hormones are released that cause physical changes such as growth spurts, the development of secondary sexual characteristics, and the onset of menstruation in females. Emotional changes can include increased mood swings, feelings of self-consciousness, and a greater awareness of one's own sexuality.