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Medesa

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Adulthood covers the four decades of life between ages ______ and ______.
 
  15; 55
  25; 65
  35; 75
  45; 85

Question 2

Contrast gender differences in aging. In your response, differentiate between the rate of aging and mortality trends in men and the rate of aging and mortality trends in women. Include biological and lifestyle differences in your discussion.
 
  What will be an ideal response?



scottmt

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Answer to Question 1

25; 65

Answer to Question 2

Men tend to age more quickly and die earlier than women do. Males in general tend
to die at a higher rate than do females. Typically, women live five years longer than
do men. A woman's second X chromosome or extra estrogen may provide
protection from some illnesses; also women tend to spend more time on their health
and practice more good health habits. Men tend to delay seeking medical attention,
eat more meat, drink more, smoke more, and wear seat belts less often than do
women.



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