Preadolescence is understood to be that stage of human development, which is between 11 and 14 years old, signifying the transition from childhood to adolescence. It supposes a period of important social and biological changes, in addition to enhancing the intellectual development that will allow the individual to face the tasks and activities of adulthood. It is common for people to begin to become aware of their own needs and the consequences of actions (they think about the future), in addition to the relationship with the environment becoming one of the determining elements of personality and behavior.
Preadolescence begins with puberty. In general, during this stage, it is normal to see that girls are a little more developed than boys, since for her, puberty begins first
There is a kind of mourning for the body, due to the new changes to which it is subjected, in addition to the restructuring of changes in body image. Moods fluctuate and there is a growing need to share problems with parents. At preteens they like to negotiate them about discipline and maintain a strong sense of justice, because they start to feel as equal adults around them. Strong ties with groups of the same sex are formed and relationships that were based on dependency (with adults) are replaced by others with independent bases.
During this time, the most radical changes occur, both in the physical and psychological aspects. This can lead to crises, such as major depression, dysthymia, anxiety and other disorders, as well as lead to the birth of lewd behaviors for the body itself, such as high consumption of alcohol and drugs.
