adulthood

Adulthood is the stage of life after childhood when you become old enough to do adult things. It usually starts when you are 18 or older. When you are an adult, you are expected to do more responsible things such as get a job, pay bills, and make decisions for yourself. It also means being able to take care of yourself and others. This includes having a safe place to live, enough food to eat, and money to buy the things you need.