In Adulthood, Excessive or Inadequate Intake of Certain Nutrients Can

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Essay

In adulthood, excessive or inadequate intake of certain nutrients can pose health risks. Discuss these risk nutrients and their dietary effects resulting from high or low intakes.

Understand the prevalence and factors associated with nonsuicidal self-injury.

Identify predictors and non-predictors of violent behavior and suicide risks.

Recognize signs and symptoms of major depressive disorder and its relation to suicide.

Identify misrepresentations and stigma associated with psychological disorders and violence.

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Definitions:

Physically Abused

Individuals who have experienced harm or injury through physical force by another person.

Socially Extraverted

Pertaining to individuals who are outward-turning, sociable, energetic, and eager for social interactions and experiences.

Amygdala

A set of neurons in the brain that is involved in processing emotions, especially fear and pleasure.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain beneath the thalamus, responsible for regulating many bodily functions, including hunger, thirst, temperature, and the release of hormones.