Adolescents in southern Africa: Interdisciplinary research findings

Abstract

Adolescent development in sub-Saharan Africa is relevant because this population will transition into the region’s future leaders and parents. However, adolescents face a number of challenges, including social, economic and health difficulties, which prohibit their successful transition to adulthood. Also, given the transitional nature of this age group, there is a need to understand a labyrinth of determinants, influences and outcomes, and to address all possible challenges and inhibitors to their development