paternal age effect
pl. paternal age effects
Commonality score: 4 (Very Rare)
Translations
Arabic: تأثير عمر الأب
Chinese (Mandarin): 父亲年龄效应
French: effet de l’âge paternel
German: väterlicher Alterseffekt
Hindi: पितृ आयु प्रभाव
Japanese: 父親の年齢効果
Korean: 아버지의 나이에 따른 영향
Polish: efekt wieku ojca
Portuguese: efeito da idade paterna
Russian: влияние возраста отца
Spanish: efecto de la edad paterna
Thai: ผลกระทบจากอายุของบิดา
Turkish: baba yaşı etkisi
Vietnamese: ảnh hưởng của tuổi cha
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Noun type
Compound Noun (Abstract): "Paternal age effect" is an abstract compound noun because it refers to the observed relationship between the father's age at conception and an increased risk of certain genetic mutations or health conditions in the offspring. It is a scientific and medical concept — intangible and statistical in nature.
It is countable: “Several paternal age effects have been documented in psychiatric research.”
It is a compound noun: paternal (from Latin paternus, “of a father”) + age + effect (from Latin effectus, “accomplishment, result”).
Definition/s
- A genetic and epidemiological concept describing the correlation between increased paternal age and higher risk of mutations or health issues in offspring.
- The biological phenomenon in which older fathers have a higher chance of passing new (de novo) mutations to their children.
- A field of study exploring how paternal age affects fertility, child development, and disease incidence.
Examples
- Studies suggest a paternal age effect on the risk of autism spectrum disorders.
- Researchers are investigating how the paternal age effect influences cognitive development in children.
- The paternal age effect is a growing concern in societies where men are having children later in life.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
1. Open Questions
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
2. Stories
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
3. Opinions
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
The Skinny
You’ve been asked to brief a senior executive (the “boss”) on a key issue from a recent business news event. This person is busy and relies on you to give them insight, not headlines.
You have 60–90 seconds to deliver a concise, high-value update tailored to their concerns and communication preferences.
1. Read the boss profile carefully.
- Who are they?
- What do they care about?
- What do they not want to hear?
2. Stick to their focus.
- What part of the story matters most to them?
- Don’t explain everything—prioritise.
3. Use business English.
- Be clear, precise, and professional.
- Avoid informal or emotional language.
Two Papal Styles: Clerical vs. Pastoral
Not all popes lead the same way. Some focus more on rules and tradition, while others focus on care and connection. These two styles are often called clerical and pastoral.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
🟣 Clerical Style
- Focuses on rules, tradition, and Church authority
- Speaks with clear, firm direction
- Keeps strong boundaries between Church leaders and members.
Example: A clerical pope might defend strict Church teachings on family or sacraments.
🟢 Pastoral Style
- Focuses on compassion, listening, and inclusion
- Tries to meet people where they are.
- Emphasises mercy over judgment.
Example: A pastoral pope might welcome divorced people or support migrants and the poor.
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