Question 1

how does one tell if adolescence is end or just starting?

Accepted Answer

Adolescence: Typically folks talk about adolescence in terms of physical and cognitive (how your brain thinks) development.  There are many stages but if someones body is starting to become more adult like they are at the beginning of adolescence.  Some people think that the brain development part complete until a person is in his/her mid 20s.

Question 2

can there be anything that affects growth during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Growth: Not sure if you mean stunts or encourages.  Illness and inadequate nutrition will impair growth. Proper nutrition, good sleep and genetics will help growth.

Question 3

what are the typical body changes that occur during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Puberty: As adolescence is generally when individuals go through puberty - the physical body changes are a result of changing hormonal environment. The details depend on whether we're talking about a male or female. Follow this link for those details:   http://www.medicinenet.com/puberty/page2.htm#what_are_the_physical_changes_of_puberty_in_girls_and_boys

Question 4

does a caloric deficit stunts growth permanently in adolescence ?

Accepted Answer

Depends on details: There is no answer to this, because each case of caloric deficit has many important details. The whole story is needed. Technically, a person eating just a few calories less than he uses up each day means he has a caloric deficit. Some people are perfectly fine with that, such as if they have balanced nutrition and started out overweight. Details matter, a lot.

Question 5

is there evidence showing guys grow faster at the end of adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Not exactly: Boys reach their growth spurt at tanner stage iv, at average age 14.

Question 6

how do positive health choices made early in adolescence dramatically affect adulthood?

Accepted Answer

Foundation: Good healthy choices made during the childhood are foundation for a better healthy life ahead. Healthy eating , no smoke , no alcohol , no drugs , and good exercise are like stepping stones to successful adult life ahead , mentally and physically .

Question 7

from which age a person is an adult ? and from what year to what year is the adolescence ?

Accepted Answer

Growing Up: These designations are usually cultural or legal in nature. There is little in medicine specifically that is necessary for these different age demographics.  But in general 18  is a cutoff for most pediatric practices.  Adolescence then is usually the teen years up to 18.

Question 8

my adolescence kid had mentioned that he is now attracted to both genders, how can i guide him or address this issue?

Accepted Answer

: Your perspective may determine eventualities, however time to avoid prejudice because you may end pushing him to the opposite of what you desire. Help him to sort out his emotion since this is a time of confusion for most youth and finding himself may be the most important thing. Attraction to both genders is not the problem, we all want to be loved. Friendship vs sexuality and healthy relations.

Question 9

what's a healthy diet for adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Same as for others: A balanced diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts; and low in saturated fats should be good for adolescents as it is for other people.  Growing adolescents may need more calories due to physical activity and growth.

Question 10

what hormones change during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Adolescence: In males--- testosterones rise causing--- deepening of male voice, male hair distribution and muscle hyper trophy and height growth spurt. In females--- it's fsh and lh stimulating activation of ovaries and rise in Estrogens and progesterones. This leads to breast growth, monthly periods and smoother- softer skin. Both males and females also suffer from acne under hormonal influence.

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