What is the stirrings are treated with pills in the community?

In the context of the novel "The Giver" by Lois Lowry, the "stirrings" refer to the feelings of desire and emotional awakening that individuals experience as they reach puberty. In the highly controlled community, these natural feelings are suppressed through the use of medication, which individuals are required to take to maintain societal order and prevent emotional disturbances. This practice reflects the community's emphasis on conformity and the avoidance of deep emotional connections.