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Effects of Late Maturation
Adolescents who develop physically at a slower pace than their peers, often called late bloomers, may experience feelings of self-consciousness related to their lack of physical development.
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Risks for Late-Maturing Boys
A 15-year-old student has become noticeably withdrawn, frequently making excuses to avoid activities like swimming or changing for gym class. Their friends have all experienced significant growth spurts and other physical changes over the past year, while this student has not. Based on this information, which of the following is the most likely psychological reason for the student's change in behavior?