Question 1 Children are not eating healthy and becoming overweight for several reason: 1) many kids meals exceed the recommended amount of saturated and trans fats. 2) Many restaurants serve meals to children that exceed 1/3 their daily caloric intake. 3) Children do not eat the proper amount of vegetables per day. 4) Caregivers who do not eat a healthy diet also feed their children the same types of food. 5) Children who are distracted while eating, by TV or other activities, do not receive proper nutrition. Exercise has been show to have a positive impact on a child’s risk for being overweight. One study found that children who participate, daily, in 45 minutes of moderate active and 15 minutes of vigorous activity have shown decreased …show more content…
Sam’s dad doesn't live with him and he hardly sees him, but when he does come to the house he calls Sam “stupid”. Sam’s mother works long hours, so he often doesn't see her for days. Although, Sam picks on James for how he looks, he is actually jealous of how smart he is, and how much attention their teachers give him. Sam knows a lot of people at school, and is considered popular, but he doesn't have any close friends. He tries to be the class clown and get people’s attention by acting obnoxious or making fun of others, like James. Sam feels powerful when he bullies James, because it makes him feel like he is better than him.
Question 5 Puberty is a period of rapid physical maturation that involves hormonal and bodily changes. For boys, puberty starts anywhere from 10-13 and 1/2 years old and girls can start between 9- 15 years old. The average menarche has declined over the years due to increased nutrition, increased health, and less environmental stressors. George's early maturation could cause cause him to 1) perceive himself more positively and have positive peer relations (Jones, 1965). 2) He could have a lower sense of identity when he is in his 30s, because he was more focused on his physical features than on his future career path (Peskin, 1967). 3) His physical status could be advantageous for him, during adolescence (Graber, Brooks-Gunn, & Warren,