Adolescence /ˌæd

issue /ˈɪʃ.uː/ , /ˈɪs.juː/ noun [ C ] SUBJECT
1. a subject or problem which people are thinking and talking about
environmental/ethical/personal issues
As employers we need to be seen to be addressing (= dealing with) these issues sympathetically.
Don't worry about who will do it - that's just a side issue (= not the main problem) .
2. at issue
most important in what is being discussed
The point at issue is what is best for the child.
3. make an issue of sth disapproving
to make something seem more important than it should be, or to argue about it
Of course I'll help you, there's no need to make an issue of it.
4. take issue with sth formal
to disagree strongly
I took issue with him over his interpretation of the instructions.
5. have issues (with sb/sth )
to have difficulty or disagreement with someone or something
All the people in the study had low self-esteem and had issues with their bodies.
Anna has major issues with her employer.