Adolescent mental health, pubertal timing and endocrine-disrupting chemicals: A narrative review

Key Points

• Adverse mental health outcomes are associated with exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals during puberty.
• The review discusses how hormonal changes influenced by these chemicals can affect adolescent well-being.
• Analysis of various studies reveals common themes regarding pubertal timing and mental health issues in adolescents.
• Findings suggest that mitigating exposure to these chemicals may enhance mental health outcomes in this vulnerable population.