The Preadolescent Growth Spurt Begins About Age ________ for Boys,and

question 153

Multiple Choice

The preadolescent growth spurt begins about age ________ for boys,and about age ________ for girls.

• A) 14; 12
• B) 12; 14
• C) 16; 14
• D) 14; 16

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Definitions:

Endorphins

Biochemical substances in the human body that act on the nervous system to reduce pain and boost pleasure, resulting in feelings of well-being.

Cardiac Arrest

A sudden loss of blood flow resulting from the failure of the heart to effectively pump.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in controlling movement and the reward centers in the brain.

Reward System

A group of neural structures associated with pleasure, motivation, and reinforcement learning, fundamentally influencing human and animal behavior.