Paul and Sophia, Two Adolescents in the Middle of Puberty

question 60

Essay

Paul and Sophia, two adolescents in the middle of puberty, have each noticed changes in the physical structure of their bodies. Describe the changes in stature and dimensions of the body that Paul and Sophia have already or will most likely experience. Given the nature of sex differences in the physical changes of puberty, is it inevitable that Sophia will experience body dissatisfaction? What about Paul?

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