Several Factors Have Combined to Create a Low-Skill, Impoverished, Youthful

question 45

Essay

Several factors have combined to create a low-skill, impoverished, youthful population that is desperate for economic security. Four are detailed in the text. Briefly, a sentence or so each; summarize them.

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The outer portion of the adrenal gland that produces essential hormones like cortisol and aldosterone.

Graves' Disease

An autoimmune disorder characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones, leading to hyperthyroidism.

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep.

Weight Loss

The reduction of total body mass due to loss of fluid, fat, muscle, or other substances, potentially as a result of diet, exercise, or a medical condition.