Lesson 15- The Effects of Poor Nutrition of Adolescents
Question 1 (M1 in part): What are the effects and symptoms of poor nutrition for adolescents?
Pick either Anorexia or Bulimia
ANSWER- Poor nutrition in adolescents can lead to…
This condition is defined as…
It can cause the nutritional deficiencies…
The signs and symptoms include…
The complications are….
And it can lead to…..
The Possible Causes of Poor Nutrition in Adolescents
Question 2 (D1 in part): What are the possible causes of poor nutrition for adolescents?
Guidance:
• Demonstrate what SPECIFIC foods/drinks they are lacking in their diets that have led to this
condition.
• State what part of the world this condition most common and why.
• Clearly explain the other risk factors for developing this condition?
• Consider and make judgements on the extent of SOME of the following: poor parenteral choices,
overeating, excessive sugar/fast/junk food, ignorance, complacency, lifestyle, work
commitments/eating out, availability, social media, under/overeating, family history, eating habits,
environment, finances, stress, poor psychological health, and depression.
How is it treated? Recommend foods to include in their diets and give reasons.
Answer:
• Provide ‘quotes,’ evidence AND A CASE STUDY (ONE OR TWO NEWS REPORTS) to support your
opinions.
Question 1 (M1 in part): What are the effects and symptoms of poor nutrition for adolescents?
Pick either Anorexia or Bulimia
ANSWER- Poor nutrition in adolescents can lead to…
This condition is defined as…
It can cause the nutritional deficiencies…
The signs and symptoms include…
The complications are….
And it can lead to…..
The Possible Causes of Poor Nutrition in Adolescents
Question 2 (D1 in part): What are the possible causes of poor nutrition for adolescents?
Guidance:
• Demonstrate what SPECIFIC foods/drinks they are lacking in their diets that have led to this
condition.
• State what part of the world this condition most common and why.
• Clearly explain the other risk factors for developing this condition?
• Consider and make judgements on the extent of SOME of the following: poor parenteral choices,
overeating, excessive sugar/fast/junk food, ignorance, complacency, lifestyle, work
commitments/eating out, availability, social media, under/overeating, family history, eating habits,
environment, finances, stress, poor psychological health, and depression.
How is it treated? Recommend foods to include in their diets and give reasons.
Answer:
• Provide ‘quotes,’ evidence AND A CASE STUDY (ONE OR TWO NEWS REPORTS) to support your
opinions.
