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imowrer

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Compare and contrast the consequences of early and late pubertal maturation. Discuss the risks to males and females and describe the psychosocial consequences using an example.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

When 12-year-old Phil wants to try out for the middle school wrestling team, his older brother suggests he lift weights at the local gym. If Phil lifts minimum weights with many repetitions, he will likely:
 
  a. Decrease his muscle mass
  b. Increase his strength
  c. Interfere with normal growth
  d. None of the above



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Answer to Question 1

Answers must discuss why girls and boys who mature early and late maturing males are at greatest risk. Example could illustrate body dissatisfaction, eating problems, drug and alcohol use, sexual activity in girls or hostile feelings, depression, delinquent behavior, drug and alcohol use in boys.

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