Thirteen-year-old Chris, who has a 6'2" father and a 5'1" mother, is worried because he is only as tall as his mother right now and would like to be much taller. What would you tell Chris if he confided his concerns to you?

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Option B is the best choice as it offers reassurance to Chris that he still has the potential to grow taller, given that most boys don't reach their full height until they are around 17 years old. It also acknowledges that Chris has a genetic predisposition towards being of average height because of his tall father and short mother. Option A is not the best choice as it tells Chris that he has probably reached his mature height, which may not be accurate. Option C is also not the best choice as it suggests a serious medical condition without any evidence of it. Option D is not the best choice as it raises unrealistic expectations for Chris as most boys do not end up being taller than their fathers, let alone over 6'2".

Thirteen-Year-Old Chris, Who Has a 6'2" Father and a 5'1