Asked by Kylie Shelton on Jun 10, 2024

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Females who have experienced stress related to father absence,insecure attachment,or a mother's smoking during pregnancy experience ________ a few months earlier than average.

A) gender identity
B) androgyny
C) gender typing
D) menarche

Father Absence

A situation where a father is physically or emotionally unavailable to their child, which can impact the child's development and psychological health.

Insecure Attachment

A type of attachment characterized by anxiety or avoidance in relationships, often stemming from inconsistent caregiving in childhood.

Menarche

The first occurrence of menstruation in a person's life, marking the onset of reproductive capability.

  • Perceive the biological and social factors that govern the establishment of gender identity and the evolution of sexual development.
  • Recognize the impact of environmental factors on sexual development.
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sweet creature

Jun 15, 2024

Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The question is asking about the early onset of menarche in females who have experienced certain types of stress. Menarche is the onset of menstruation, and research has shown that females who experience father absence, insecure attachment, or prenatal exposure to maternal smoking tend to experience menarche a few months earlier than average. Therefore, the correct answer is D) menarche.