High levels of substance abuse (and tobacco and alcohol use, as well as use of prescription medication and illicit drugs) are more common among girls whose puberty is extremely early than among those for whom it is on time or delayed.

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Studies have shown that girls who experience extremely early puberty are more likely to engage in substance abuse and other risky behaviors compared to girls who experience puberty at the expected or delayed age.

High Levels of Substance Abuse (And Tobacco and Alcohol Use