Factors Promoting Healthy Physical Development in Adolescents
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Which factors influence adolescent physical health?

  • Biological factors only
  • Psychological factors only
  • Social factors only
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What are the learning outcomes for Week 3?

  • Reflect on your own adolescence only
  • Analyze and critically evaluate substantive knowledge only
  • Apply your knowledge to real-life problems only
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What does Week 3 of the course focus on?

  • Factors contributing to well-being
  • Development of healthy lifestyle behaviors
  • Current adolescent health status in Australia
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Which age group has the highest percentage of adolescents meeting the sedentary screen-based behavior guideline?

    <p>13- to 17-year-olds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of 15- to 24-year-olds in Australia are classified as overweight or obese?

    <p>22%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of interventions have been found to be effective in addressing lifestyle behaviors in childhood?

    <p>School-based interventions with family and community involvement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During puberty, the brain releases chemicals and hormones that can increase emotional arousal and desire for rewarding activities. This can make some teens more prone to emotional and behavioral issues.

    <p>The brain releases chemicals and hormones during puberty, increasing emotional arousal and desire for rewarding activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the HPG axis?

    <p>A component of the endocrine system that regulates the reproductive system and the release of sex hormones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the peak height velocity?

    <p>The point at which adolescents grow most rapidly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is menarche?

    <p>The medical term for a girl's first menstrual period.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model describes the various factors that influence adolescent physical health?

    <p>Biopsychosocial model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors are included in the biopsychosocial model of adolescent physical health?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Week 3 in the course?

    <p>Healthy physical development in adolescents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Australian Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines, how often should long periods of sitting down be broken up?

    <p>Every 2 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of 13- to 17-year-olds met the sedentary screen-based behaviour guideline in Australia?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of adolescents in Australia was least likely to meet the sedentary screen-based behaviour guideline?

    <p>Adolescent boys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the timing of puberty?

    <p>Screen time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a girl's first menstrual period?

    <p>Menarche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a consequence of poor sleep/insomnia in adolescence?

    <p>Improved school performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended amount of sleep per night for 14- to 17-year-olds in Australia?

    <p>8 to 10 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three factors included in the biopsychosocial model of adolescent physical health?

    <p>Nutrition, mental health, parental role models</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the usual course of development during adolescence?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the state of youth health in Australia?

    <p>Stagnant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group in Australia has the highest percentage of adolescents classified as overweight or obese?

    <p>15- to 24-year-olds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of 13- to 17-year-olds in Australia met the sedentary screen-based behaviour guideline?

    <p>20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of adolescent boys in Australia did NOT meet the sedentary screen-based behaviour guideline?

    <p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the release of growth hormones, thyroid hormones, and androgens that lead to rapid height and weight acceleration during adolescence?

    <p>Adolescent Growth Spurt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the HPG axis in the human body?

    <p>Regulating the reproductive system and the release of sex hormones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors can influence the timing of puberty?

    <p>Genetics and environmental factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the consequences of poor sleep/insomnia in adolescence?

    <p>Depression, poor self-control, delinquency, substance use, obesity, cognitive impairment, and poor school performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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