For Many Students, Academic Achievement _____ and Behavioral Problems Increase

question 12

Essay

For many students, academic achievement _____ and behavioral problems increase during middle school.

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Definitions:

Appetite-Suppressing

Related to or having the ability to reduce the desire to eat, often used in the context of diet and weight loss.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus, responsible for regulating many vital bodily functions including hunger, thirst, temperature, and emotional responses.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm.

Blood Glucose Levels

The concentration of glucose in the blood, which is a critical aspect of metabolic health and energy production.