Changes

==== Stage Two—The Adolescent Years—Ages 10 to 20 ====

==== Stage Two—The Adolescent Years—Ages 10 to 20 ====

In Lesson 82 we discussed the adolescent and Hygienic living and noted that this period of life is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood, one which begins with a more or less complete dependence upon others and evolves into a state of emerging independence. We wish to call your attention to the bodily and health changes that gradually take place during this transition period, these changes illustrating, in many cases, the beginning of disorders which will trouble the elderly, but to a far greater degree. It is in these early years that we witness the alpha, beginning phases in the biological evolution which results, finally, in the elderly individuals as the omega, of life, when catastrophic diseases begin to take an ever-accelerating toll. When the foundation is faulty, the structure will eventually give away.  The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Two:

In Lesson 82 we discussed the adolescent and Hygienic living and noted that this period of life is a period of transition from childhood to adulthood, one which begins with a more or less complete dependence upon others and evolves into a state of emerging independence.

 

We wish to call your attention to the bodily and health changes that gradually take place during this transition period, these changes illustrating, in many cases, the beginning of disorders which will trouble the elderly, but to a far greater degree. It is in these early years that we witness the alpha, beginning phases in the biological evolution which results, finally, in the elderly individuals as the omega, of life, when catastrophic diseases begin to take an ever-accelerating toll. When the foundation is faulty, the structure will eventually give away.  The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Two:

* Acute: Note that the acute diseases of childhood become less frequent but other kinds of disorders develop, such as: Sinusitis, hay fever, bronchitis and various other kinds of catarrhal involvements: frequent colds, influenza, etc.

* Acute: Note that the acute diseases of childhood become less frequent but other kinds of disorders develop, such as: Sinusitis, hay fever, bronchitis and various other kinds of catarrhal involvements: frequent colds, influenza, etc.

* DigestiveDisturbancesincludingdiarrhea,constipation,colitis,appendicitis,andulcers. (Notice how the seriousness of the conditions is increasing.)

* DigestiveDisturbancesincludingdiarrhea,constipation,colitis,appendicitis,andulcers. (Notice how the seriousness of the conditions is increasing.)

The State of Health Observed in Stage Two is Determined by:

The State of Health Observed in Stage Two is Determined by:

# All those cited in Stage One, plus the following:

# All those cited in Stage One, plus the following:

# The number, kind and frequency of physiological insults experienced during this stage in the life cycle: Emotional insults, poison insults (both exogenous and endogenous), Deficiencies, (either in lifestyle or in nutrition) and Excess insults (either in lifestyle or in nutrition); or a combination of these. The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Two are:

# The number, kind and frequency of physiological insults experienced during this stage in the life cycle: Emotional insults, poison insults (both exogenous and endogenous), Deficiencies, (either in lifestyle or in nutrition) and Excess insults (either in lifestyle or in nutrition); or a combination of these.

 

The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Two are:

# Overnutrition—the “Eat All You Can” Syndrome.

# Overnutrition—the “Eat All You Can” Syndrome.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Failure to accept responsibility for one’s acts, especially among males.

# Failure to accept responsibility for one’s acts, especially among males.

Educational goals are usually achieved somewhere in this time frame and a wide divergence in aims and aspirations in life appear. Whether or not these are successfully consummated during the generally productive years of the twenties will certainly have a very noticeable influence following retirement, as we will soon see. In fact, it will color an older person’s complete attitude toward life and living. It may also determine his health status. But, for now, the overall attitude among this age group can perhaps best be expressed in the words of a popular song: “Kiss Today goodbye. Point me towards Tomorrow!” To the 25-year-old the future is there to be conquered and he has no doubt that he will conquer it! Health maintenance is generally a matter of major concern only to those who do not have it.

# Failure to satisfy basic physiological, biological and/or emotional needs of the immature, but growing body.  83.3.1.3 Stage Three—The Emerging Adult  During these years the chronological clock ticks on; the adolescent emerges into and becomes the adult. In the beginning of the period, there are varying degrees of dependence upon parents but, by the time this stage has been concluded, most persons have assumed full responsibility for their own care and well-being.  At about the halfway mark, that is, at about age 24 or 25, growth ceases and the body now begins to concentrate as best it can on health maintenance, on healing and repairing the wounded cells and, from this point on, it will be required to wage a constant war against sickness and death.  It is during this stage that mates are chosen and new family units are established. In recent years, marriages have had a tendency to be postponed with many young people, for one reason or another, not seeking the responsibility for a family and opting, instead, for “live-in” partner either of the same sex or, more frequently, of the opposite sex. Almost without exception, however, the future beckons and is full of challenge, hopes are high and all aspects of life are thought to be capable of a successful conclusion!  Those in the twenty to thirty age group, Stage Three, show considerable differences in emotional maturity, no doubt due to their current health status and different backgrounds. The imprinting of the years on their lives profoundly affects the manner in which they handle today.  Educational goals are usually achieved somewhere in this time frame and a wide divergence in aims and aspirations in life appear. Whether or not these are successfully consummated during the generally productive years of the twenties will certainly have a very noticeable influence following retirement, as we will soon see. In fact, it will color an older person’s complete attitude toward life and living. It may also determine his health status. But, for now, the overall attitude among this age group can perhaps best be expressed in the words of a popular song: “Kiss Today goodbye. Point me towards Tomorrow!” To the 25-year-old the future is there to be conquered and he has no doubt that he will conquer it! Health maintenance is generally a matter of major concern only to those who do not have it. The Types of Disease Commonly Experienced in Stage Three:  (Note: Observe the steady inroads made on the vital force, this being sapped by the adaptations required within the body in order to maintain life.)

# Acute Diseases: the diseases of childhood are, for the most part, nonexistent. Colds and other respiratory disorders are common and more frequent. Asthmatic conditions, bronchial troubles and other similar disorders often become more severe.

# Acute Diseases: the diseases of childhood are, for the most part, nonexistent. Colds and other respiratory disorders are common and more frequent. Asthmatic conditions, bronchial troubles and other similar disorders often become more severe.

# Theteenage“allergies”oftendisappearandtheyoungadultissaidtohave“grownout of them. The truth is that a higher level of tolerance to toxins has been attained with a commensurate and equal lowering of the health status. Some skin disorders now become more or less chronic: for example, chronic eczema or psoriasis.

# The teenage, “allergies” often disappear and the young adult is said to have, “grown out of them." The truth is that a higher level of tolerance to toxins has been attained with a commensurate and equal lowering of the health status.

# Various other common disorders which are frequently experienced:

# Some skin disorders now become more or less chronic: for example, chronic eczema or psoriasis.

 

Various other common disorders which are frequently experienced:

# Arteriosclerosis, multiple sclerosis, etc.

# Arteriosclerosis, multiple sclerosis, etc.

# Rheumaticand/orarthriticsymptomseithernowmaketheirappearanceor,ifpreviously

# Rheumatic and/or arthritic symptoms either now make their appearance or, if previously present, increase in severity.

 

present, increase in severity.

# Heart irregularities and other disorders affecting (Note: These troubles seem to be appearing with more and more frequency also in Stage Two, especially within the last fifteen years or so).

# Heart irregularities and other disorders affecting (Note: These troubles seem to be appearing with more and more frequency also in Stage Two, especially within the last fifteen years or so).

# Digestive disturbances, especially ulcers, diarrhea and colon constipation.

# Digestive disturbances, especially ulcers, diarrhea and colon constipation.

# Kidney malfunctioning; especially frequent is nocturnal urination.

# Kidney malfunctioning; especially frequent is nocturnal urination.

# Withfemales,themenstrualperiodcontinuestocausetroubleandfrequentlyincreases  in length.

# With females, the menstrual period continues to cause trouble and frequently increases in length.

# Painful childbirth. The State of Health Observed in Stage Three is Determined by:

# Painful childbirth.

 

The State of Health Observed in Stage Three is Determined by:

# Careandnurtureduringprenatalperiodandduringalltheprecedingyearsfrombirthto present.

# Care and nurture during prenatal period and during all the preceding years from birth to present.

# Inherited strengths and weaknesses.

# Inherited strengths and weaknesses.

# Frequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstowhichthebodyandmindhave  been subjected thusfar during the life course. The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Three are:

# Frequency,numberandkindofphysiologicalinsultstowhichthebodyandmindhave  been subjected thusfar during the life course.

 

The Most Common Errors Made in Stage Three are:

# Overnutrition.

# Overnutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Poor nutrition.

# Indulgenceinfalsestimulants:Condimentsofallkinds,alcohol,nicotine;usingpalliat ing drugs to disguise symptoms; using prescribed, “social,” hard or other drugs includ ing herbs, synthetic vitamins, and/or other so-called “supplements.”

# Indulgenceinfalsestimulants:Condimentsofallkinds,alcohol,nicotine;usingpalliat ing drugs to disguise symptoms; using prescribed, “social,” hard or other drugs includ ing herbs, synthetic vitamins, and/or other so-called “supplements.”

# Theemotionalstressesincurredintryingtomakealivingand/orprovideforafamilyin  a very competitive business and social scene.

The emotional stresses incurred in trying to make a living and/or provide for a family in a very competitive business and social scene.

# Thestressescausedbyeconomicandotherpressuresas,forexample,duringadepres sion; the stresses of “keeping up with the Joneses;” trying to provide the “best” for one’s children; competition for a suitable mate; the noise and fast pace of modern living, especially in large cities.

# Thestressescausedbyeconomicandotherpressuresas,forexample,duringadepres sion; the stresses of “keeping up with the Joneses;” trying to provide the “best” for one’s children; competition for a suitable mate; the noise and fast pace of modern living, especially in large cities.

# Overindulgence in all aspects of living; sexual burnout.

# Overindulgence in all aspects of living; sexual burnout.