Exam 17: Seciton 2: Emerging Adulthood: Biosocial Development

Young adults are the prime _____ for sexually transmitted infections, spreading disease globally.

College counselors report a(n) _____ in the number of students with serious psychological problems.

During emerging adulthood, the _____ system is strong, fighting off everything from the sniffles to cancer.

During emerging adulthood, males gain more arm muscle and females gain more _____.

_____ fuels every contagious disease, including sexually transmitted infections.

Age and _____ vulnerability shape the symptoms of anxiety disorders.

The average _____ heart rate declines as the organ reserve is reduced, beginning at about age 25.

Over the years, _____ becomes more crucial. For example, if a person overeats or starves day after day, the body adjusts, but that continual adjustment itself takes a toll on health, possibly impairing long-term health.

Motocross and other such forms of recreation that include the risk of injury or death are called _____ sports.

Although most emerging adults enjoy good physical health, _____ disorders are likely to be diagnosed during early adulthood.

Romantic breakups may lead to _____, especially among adolescents and emerging adults.

In one large study, over 96 percent of emerging adults rated their _____ as good, very good, or excellent.

_____ is defined as ingesting a drug that impairs the user's biological or psychological well-being.

The optimal years in a person's life for reproduction, and hard and physical work are between the ages of 18 and _____.

The period of life during which 18- to 25-year-old men and women continue their education and exploration, often postponing marriage, parenthood, and career, is called _____.

The best way to prevent STIs is lifelong _____.

Young adults are most likely to stay healthy when they choose friends and communities that support staying _____.

Emerging adults are influenced by perceived _____, including not only how much people drink but also what the negative consequences might be.

Not only are contemporary emerging adults immersed in social settings where risk-takers are admired, they also tend to notice the risk-takers due to the _____.

Emerging adults delaying the onset of motherhood has led to a dramatic reduction in the _____.