ANTH 243 Lecture Notes - Lecture 22: Social Inequality, Life History Theory, Escadrille 103
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Factors to consider for improving health of all people. Not a good measure for genetic make up but good for social construct. Native americans adolescents experience higher rates or risk taking behaviors than non-native youth. Trade off in investments are sensitive to varying environmental circumstances. Living in theory cultural world and modern day role. Risk behavior, life stress and role model questions. Some kids don"t think they will make it very far. Mostly the kids who"s parents are worried about money. Lower expected lifespan for kids who feel they have no one to talk to. Same expected lifespan for girls regardless of risk. Boys expect lower lifespan if they take a lot of risk. Girls are more optimistic and more invested in school. Boys that make lower investment in education have lower lifespans.