Which adolescent was most likely to have been obese?
a. Sarah, who was 15 in 2004
b. Briana, who was 15 in 1990
c. Amanda, who was 15 in 1980
d. Vicki, who was 15 in 1970
Question 2
Osteoporosis is a disease that typically occurs late in an individual's life, but nutritional choices during adolescence can contribute to the likelihood of developing the disease. Which of the following teens is most likely at risk for developing osteoporosis later in life?
a. Carlotta drinks milk with every meal, seldom eats meat, and participates in competitive gymnastics.
b. Diane is very conscientious about eating balanced meals and plays basketball several times a week.
c. Veronica is a vegetarian, eats a lot of dairy products, and plays on the volleyball team.
d. Fran avoids dairy products, seldom eats fast food, and walks her dog to get exercise.
Adolescent white lion in Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Adolescent females who participate in activities such as ballet are at risk for eating disorders
The adolescent growth spurt in humans is seen as a “bump” in the height curve and a “spike” in the h
Republican candidates John McCain and Sarah Palin campaign at Franklin & Marshall University in
Susan Moller Okin (1946–2004).
Adolescent girls reach adult height sooner than boys because their bones grow more rapidity