The Unfolding Story of Us: A Journey Through Life in the Heart of Thailand

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Have you ever wondered what makes you, you? Is it just the years you’ve lived, or is it something more? Human development is the story of how we grow and change, not just in our bodies, but in our minds, our feelings, and our friendships. While some parts of this story are universal, like learning to walk or talk, the cultural world we grow up in adds unique and beautiful chapters to our personal tales.

This journey will explore the incredible story of human development as it unfolds within the rich and vibrant tapestry of Thai culture. We'll see how esteemed developmental theories, often born from Western perspectives, need to be viewed through a Thai lens to be truly understood. In the West, growing up might be seen as a race towards independence and personal achievement. But in Thailand, the story is often about finding your place within the group, valuing harmony, and showing deep respect for others.

 

Join us as we travel through the different stages of life, from the first cries of a newborn to the wisdom of our elders. We’ll investigate how our bodies, minds, and social worlds change, all shaped by the unique values, family structures, and spiritual traditions of Thailand.

 

1. The Cultural Landscape of Thailand: Foundations for Development

Before we begin our journey through the stages of life, we must first understand the ground on which we walk. The Thai cultural landscape, with its unique values and traditions, is the foundation that shapes how every person develops.

 

1.1 Core Thai Values and Social Norms

Several key values guide daily life and social interactions in Thailand, influencing us from our very first moments.

  • Hierarchy and Respect (āļ„āļ§āļēāļĄāđ€āļ„āļēāļĢāļž): Thai society is built on a strong sense of hierarchy. From a very young age, children are taught the importance of respecting elders and those in authority, a value visibly expressed through the graceful wai gesture. This shapes everything from family decisions, where elders' opinions hold great weight, to classroom interactions.
  • "Face" (āļŦāļ™้āļēāļ•āļē) and Harmony (āļ„āļ§āļēāļĄāļŠāļēāļĄัāļ„āļ„ี): The concept of "face," which refers to one's reputation and dignity, is incredibly important. To avoid causing someone to "lose face," direct confrontation is often avoided, which promotes social harmony. This value is behind the famous "Thai smile," a tool used to keep interactions pleasant and conflict-free.
  • Kreng Jai (āļ„āļ§āļēāļĄāđ€āļāļĢāļ‡āđƒāļˆ - Consideration): This is a cornerstone of Thai social life, meaning being considerate and reluctant to cause inconvenience to others. It's a nuanced awareness of others' feelings that can influence everything from how we ask for things to our willingness to seek help, as we don't want to burden others.
  • Bunkhun (āļšุāļāļ„ุāļ“ - Indebted Goodness) and Katanyu (āļāļ•ัāļāļู - Gratitude to Parents): Bunkhun is a deep sense of obligation to return kindness someone has shown you. Katanyu is a specific and powerful form of this, representing the immense gratitude and duty children have towards their parents. This is a core moral value, which means adult children are expected to care for their parents in old age, a practice that shapes major life decisions and family dynamics. While a beautiful tradition, the pressure to fulfill katanyu in modern times can be a source of stress for younger generations.

1.2 The Thai Family System

The family is the heart of Thai society. Unlike the smaller, nuclear families common in many Western countries, the Thai family is often an extended network. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins play active roles, often living together or nearby and sharing in the responsibility of raising children. This "generational contract" ensures that both the young and the elderly are cared for, strengthening family bonds and passing down cultural traditions.

 

While gender roles are evolving, traditionally men have been seen as primary providers and women as responsible for the home and children. Today, despite greater equality, women often still carry a larger share of unpaid care work.

 

1.3 The Influence of Buddhism

With over 90% of the population practicing Theravada Buddhism, its principles are woven into the very fabric of Thai life. Core beliefs like karma, compassion, and mindfulness influence daily behavior and ethical understanding. Values like jai yen (a calm, cool heart) and mai pen rai (it's okay/never mind) stem from these teachings, fostering resilience and emotional control.

 

Temples (wats) are vital community hubs, and monks (bhikkhus) are highly respected figures who provide spiritual guidance. Many Thai men even ordain as monks for a period to gain merit and show gratitude to their parents. From birth, when a monk might be asked for an auspicious name, children are guided by Buddhist ethics, learning virtues like gratitude, discipline, and respect that will shape their moral development.

 

2. Infancy & Toddlerhood (āđāļĢāļāđ€āļิāļ” - 3 āļ›ี): The First Steps

The journey begins in a world of rapid growth and discovery. From birth to age three, a child lays the foundation for all future learning and well-being, wrapped in the close embrace of the Thai family.



  • Physical Aspect: This stage is a whirlwind of physical milestones like rolling, sitting, crawling, and walking. In Thailand, there are high rates of hospital births and antenatal care. However, nutrition is a key concern, with challenges like stunting (over 13% of children under 5), wasting (nearly 8%), and being overweight (over 9%) being significant issues.
  • Development:
  • Head and Brain: The brain develops at an incredible pace. This is the heart of Piaget's Sensorimotor Stage, where infants learn through their senses. They develop object permanence—the idea that something still exists even when they can't see it.
  • Movement: Motor skills develop from head to toe (cephalocaudal) and from the center of the body outwards (proximodistal). This means a baby will gain control of their head and torso before their hands and feet, mastering gross motor skills like crawling and walking, and fine motor skills like grasping a toy.
  • Height and Weight: Growth is fast. The average Thai infant is born at around 2.6 kg and 48 cm long. Feeding practices have a notable impact on these early growth patterns.
  • Mental & Emotional Aspects: According to Erikson's theory, this is the time of Trust vs. Mistrust. Consistent, loving care helps an infant build a sense of security. This is followed by Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt, where toddlers want to do things for themselves. In Thailand, the mother's presence is seen as vital for the baby's emotional regulation and protection from stress. Studies have found that Thai mothers tend to use more emotion words with their children, even if they display less intense emotions compared to American mothers.
  • Social Aspect: The social world revolves around caregivers. In the Thai context, this often includes grandparents and other relatives who are deeply involved in child-rearing. This communal approach is a cultural strength, but challenges exist, as many working parents rely on grandparents whose "own-old parenting styles" may not always align with the latest developmental knowledge, potentially impacting early stimulation.
  • Intellectual Aspect: Language blossoms from coos and babbles to short sentences. This period is the beginning of Piaget's Preoperational Stage, where symbolic thought emerges through pretend play. However, a concerning trend in Thailand is the rise of language development delays in children under five, suggesting a gap between knowing the importance of the early years and implementing effective stimulation strategies.

3. Early Childhood (4 - 6 āļ›ี): A World of Imagination

This is the age of blossoming independence, boundless energy, and incredible imagination. Children enter preschool, where their social and intellectual worlds expand dramatically.



  • Physical Aspect: Children's coordination improves, allowing them to master climbing, dancing, skipping, and using scissors. With Body Mass Index (BMI) often at its lowest during these years, establishing a balanced diet is crucial, especially as concerns about childhood obesity begin to emerge.
  • Development:
  • Head and Brain: The ability to focus increases, and children can now distinguish between fantasy and reality. They are highly imaginative and begin to think before they act, though they still need adult guidance.
  • Movement: Control over movement becomes much more adept. Children can balance on one foot and are refining the fine motor skills needed for writing and tying shoelaces.
  • Height and Weight: Growth continues at a steady pace. Data for 5-year-old Thai children shows an average weight of about 16 kg.
  • Mental & Emotional Aspects: Erikson's stage here is Initiative vs. Guilt. Children love to plan activities and make up games. When encouraged, they develop a sense of purpose; if criticized, they can develop guilt. Thai emotional socialization continues, where children learn to acknowledge feelings but are also taught to restrain their outward expression, influenced by the value of jai yen (calm heart). The cultural pressure of kreng jai might also temper a child's initiative if they worry about disturbing the group's harmony.
  • Social Aspect: Social skills blossom as children learn to play cooperatively, share, and take turns. In Thailand, about 85% of children aged 3-5 attend preschool, which is a key environment for this social learning. Here, they practice cultural values like respecting teachers and maintaining harmony with friends.
  • Intellectual Aspect: Piaget's Preoperational Stage is in full swing. Thinking is driven by symbolic thought, leading to rich pretend play and storytelling. This is the "Why?" age, where children's curiosity is endless. Their vocabulary explodes, and they develop pre-literacy skills. In Thailand, different preschool approaches exist, from play-based models to more traditional academic ones, which could lead to varied learning experiences and skills by the time children enter primary school.

4. School-Age (7 - 12 āļ›ี): Building Competence and Friendships

The school-age years are a time of great cognitive leaps and broadening social horizons. Children are now in primary school (Prathom 1-6), becoming more competent and independent.



  • Physical Aspect: Growth is steady until the beginnings of puberty, which can start as early as age 7 or 8 for some girls. Strength and coordination improve, allowing for more complex sports. A significant concern in Thailand is the low level of physical activity among children; only about 19% to 28% get enough moderate-to-vigorous exercise. This, combined with academic pressures, contributes to health issues like obesity.
  • Development:
  • Head and Brain: Children enter Piaget's Concrete Operational Stage. This is a major turning point where they can think logically about concrete events. They master concepts like conservation (understanding that a quantity of water is the same even if you pour it into a differently shaped glass) and classification.
  • Movement: Motor skills are now refined, enabling children to ride bikes, jump rope, and play complex sports with skill and precision.
  • Height and Weight: Thai-specific data shows a steady increase in height and weight, with girls sometimes experiencing growth spurts earlier than boys as they approach puberty.
  • Mental & Emotional Aspects: Erikson's crisis is Industry vs. Inferiority. Children are focused on mastering academic and social skills. Success builds a sense of competence, while failure can lead to feelings of inferiority. Mental health is a growing concern for Thai children in this age group, with stressors like intense academic pressure and bullying being significant issues. The cultural value of katanyu is strongly socialized during these years, and while it fosters family bonds, immense pressure to be the "perfect" child can also cause anxiety.
  • Social Aspect: Friendships, often with same-sex peers, become incredibly important, and the peer group's influence grows. In school, the Thai cultural emphasis on respecting teachers and elders is heavily reinforced.
  • Intellectual Aspect: Children are immersed in formal education, learning reading, writing, and arithmetic. While the Thai curriculum aims to develop thinking skills, there is a concern that the system sometimes relies too heavily on rote memorization, which can hinder the development of critical thinking and innovation. This may be compounded by the cultural value of respecting authority, as students may hesitate to question teachers.

5. Adolescence (13 - 18 āļ›ี): The Search for Self

Adolescence is a powerful, transformative period—a bridge between childhood and adulthood marked by profound changes. For Thai teens, this journey is uniquely colored by cultural expectations and intense academic pressures.



  • Physical Aspect: Puberty is typically completed during this stage, and teens reach their adult height. There is some evidence that Thai girls are beginning puberty earlier than in the past. Unfortunately, low physical activity levels remain a concern.
  • Development:
  • Head and Brain: Cognitively, adolescents enter Piaget's Formal Operational Stage. They can now think abstractly, reason about hypothetical situations, and consider multiple perspectives on an issue. The prefrontal cortex, the brain's "CEO" responsible for decision-making and impulse control, continues to mature.
  • Movement: Physical capabilities often peak, with motor skills being highly refined for complex sports and activities.
  • Height and Weight: Teens reach their final adult height and body composition changes, with boys gaining more muscle mass and girls having changes in fat distribution.
  • Mental & Emotional Aspects: The central task, according to Erikson, is navigating Identity vs. Role Confusion. This is the time for exploring personal values, beliefs, and future goals to form a sense of who you are. It's a journey that can bring heightened self-consciousness and moodiness. For Thai adolescents, this quest for identity is deeply intertwined with the cultural expectation of katanyu, which can shape their career and life choices around the future duty of caring for their parents. Mental health is a major issue, with estimates suggesting 1 in 7 Thai adolescents has a mental health disorder, and suicide is a leading cause of death. The immense stress from the highly competitive university entrance exams (TCAS) is a primary factor. Furthermore, the cultural value of kreng jai can make it very difficult for teens to speak up about their struggles or seek help, as they don't want to be a burden, which can worsen the problem.
  • Social Aspect: The peer group becomes the center of the social universe. Romantic relationships begin to emerge, and teens seek more independence from their families. Social media use is pervasive and has been linked to behavioral and sleep problems when misused.
  • Intellectual Aspect: Abstract thinking skills are honed in secondary school (Matthayom 1-6). There is a push to develop 21st-century skills like critical thinking, communication, and creativity, though challenges in effectively teaching these skills within the current system remain. For many older teens, their intellectual energy is overwhelmingly focused on preparing for the high-stakes university entrance exams.

6. Adulthood (19 āļ›ีāļ‚ึ้āļ™āđ„āļ›): Navigating Life's Responsibilities and Joys

Adulthood is a long and varied journey, with each phase presenting new challenges, roles, and opportunities for growth within the Thai cultural context.



  • Physical Aspect:
  • Young Adulthood (19-35): This is often the peak of physical condition, but lifestyle choices made now have a huge impact on long-term health. Sedentary behavior is a growing concern among Thai adults.
  • Middle Adulthood (36-60): Gradual physical declines begin, and the risk of chronic diseases like hypertension and diabetes increases.
  • Older Adulthood (60+): Chronic diseases become more common, and physical inactivity remains a major health risk for the elderly.
  • Development (Intellectual Focus):
  • Young Adulthood: Many pursue higher education and focus on building their careers. Lifelong learning becomes essential for advancement.
  • Middle Adulthood: While some cognitive skills may slowly decline, accumulated knowledge and practical problem-solving abilities are at their peak.
  • Older Adulthood: To combat cognitive decline, intellectual engagement is key. In Thailand, there's a growing movement of "elderly schools" that promote lifelong learning, social interaction, and new skills for seniors.
  • Mental & Emotional Aspects: Erikson’s stages for adulthood are Intimacy vs. Isolation (young adulthood), Generativity vs. Stagnation (middle adulthood), and Integrity vs. Despair (older adulthood).
  • Young Thai Adults face pressure to establish careers and families, with work and economic insecurity being major sources of stress.
  • Middle Thai Adults often belong to the "sandwich generation," caring for their children and their aging parents simultaneously, a direct expression of katanyu.
  • Older Thai Adults reflect on their lives. A sense of integrity comes from a life well-lived, and Buddhist philosophy often plays a crucial role in finding peace and acceptance.
  • Social Aspect: Social roles shift dramatically through adulthood. Young adults focus on partnerships and careers. Middle-aged adults are often juggling career peaks with intense family caregiving responsibilities. In older adulthood, retirement brings new roles like grandparenthood, and maintaining social connections, often through the temple community, is vital for well-being. The traditional family support system, built on katanyu, is facing significant strain due to modern trends like smaller families and migration, creating a major challenge for the future of elder care in Thailand.

 

Table 1. A Comparative Look at Life Stages in Thailand

Life Stage

1. Physical Aspect

2. Development (Head & Brain)

2. Development (Movement)

2. Development (Height & Weight)

3. Mental & Emotional Aspects

4. Social Aspect

5. Intellectual Aspect

Infancy & Toddlerhood (āđāļĢāļāđ€āļิāļ” - 3 āļ›ี)

Rapid growth and acquisition of motor skills. High rates of hospital births, though nutritional concerns like stunting and being overweight persist.

Piaget: Sensorimotor stage. Features rapid brain development, sensory exploration, and learning object permanence.

Gross motor skills progress from crawling to walking, while fine motor skills like grasping and scribbling are developed.

Rapid increase, with an average birth weight of ~2.6kg. Early growth is significantly influenced by feeding type (breast vs. formula).

Erikson: Trust vs. Mistrust, then Autonomy vs. Shame/Doubt. Focus on forming secure attachments with caregivers.

The social world is centered on primary caregivers, with the extended family and grandparents often playing a key role in care.

Piaget: Sensorimotor to early Preoperational stage. Language develops from cooing to short sentences, though language delays are a concern in Thai children.

Early Childhood (4 - 6 āļ›ี)

Steady growth, boundless energy, and improved coordination. Fine motor skills for drawing and cutting are refined. Emerging concerns about childhood obesity.

Increased ability to focus and understand concepts like size, color, and time. Highly imaginative, with an emerging ability to distinguish fantasy from reality.

Movement control becomes more adept, mastering skills like skipping, hopping, and balancing with greater confidence.

Growth is steady. The average weight for a 5-year-old is around 16kg. Growth patterns are influenced by earlier nutritional factors.

Erikson: Initiative vs. Guilt. Children develop simple ideas of right and wrong. The cultural value of kreng jai may begin to temper personal initiative.

Cooperative and imaginative make-believe play become prominent. With high preschool attendance (85%), these settings are key for socialization.

Piaget: Preoperational stage. Thinking is symbolic, seen in storytelling and frequent questioning. Speech becomes fluent, and pre-literacy skills develop.

School-Age (7 - 12 āļ›ี)

Growth is steady until puberty begins. Strength and coordination increase, but low levels of physical activity among Thai children are a significant concern.

Piaget: Concrete Operational stage. This marks the development of logical thought for concrete events, alongside improved memory and attention.

Motor skills become more refined and coordinated, allowing for participation in complex sports and games that require teamwork.

Growth spurts become more apparent as children approach and enter puberty, with significant individual variation.

Erikson: Industry vs. Inferiority. Children focus on mastering skills to feel competent. Academic stress and bullying emerge as mental health concerns.

Friendships become central, and the peer group's influence grows. The cultural value of respecting authority figures like teachers is heavily reinforced in school.

Formal primary education (Prathom 1-6) focuses on reading, writing, and arithmetic. Challenges in fostering critical thinking skills within the system are noted.

Adolescence (13 - 18 āļ›ี)

Puberty changes are typically completed, and final adult height is reached. Low physical activity levels continue to be a concern for this age group.

Piaget: Formal Operational Stage. Characterized by the development of abstract thought, hypothetical reasoning, and metacognition as the prefrontal cortex matures.

Physical capabilities and coordination often reach their peak, allowing for high performance in complex and demanding sports and physical activities.

Final adult height is typically reached. Body composition changes, with shifts in muscle mass and fat distribution due to hormonal effects during puberty.

Erikson: Identity vs. Role Confusion. A critical period of self-exploration. High rates of mental health issues are linked to intense academic pressure (TCAS) and social expectations.

The peer group is central to social life, and romantic relationships emerge. The strong cultural duty of katanyu (filial piety) significantly shapes future life plans and obligations.

Advanced reasoning and abstract thinking skills are refined through secondary education (Matthayom 1-6). A major intellectual focus is preparing for competitive university entrance exams.

Adulthood (19 āļ›ีāļ‚ึ้āļ™āđ„āļ›)

Physical condition peaks in young adulthood and then begins a gradual decline. Lifestyle choices and increasing sedentary behavior significantly impact long-term health and chronic disease risk in later years.

Cognitive abilities evolve to post-formal thought. Crystallized intelligence (experience) remains strong while fluid intelligence (processing speed) may decline. Lifelong learning, such as in "elderly schools," is emphasized to maintain mental agility.

Mature physical capabilities. Focus shifts from skill development to maintenance, with a gradual decline in strength and stamina. Physical activity is crucial for health but often decreases with age.

Adult height is maintained. Focus shifts to managing body weight and composition, which are affected by metabolism, lifestyle, and age-related changes like sarcopenia (muscle loss).

Key psychosocial tasks are forming relationships (Intimacy vs. Isolation), contributing to society (Generativity vs. Stagnation), and finding meaning in one's life (Integrity vs. Despair). Mental health is impacted by career, economic, and caregiving stressors.

Social roles evolve from forming families and careers to becoming part of the "sandwich generation" caring for parents and children. The traditional family support system remains vital but is under increasing strain from modern societal shifts.

Focus is on applying knowledge in higher education and careers. Lifelong learning is critical for professional adaptation and personal enrichment, continuing into old age to preserve cognitive function and quality of life.

Note. This table synthesizes developmental characteristics across the lifespan within the Thai cultural context, drawing on various domains as discussed in the report. Information in the "Adulthood" row has been summarized to reflect the overall trajectory across young, middle, and older adulthood for uniformity.

7. Synthesis: The Interplay of Culture and Development

The journey through life in Thailand is a beautiful example of how universal developmental patterns are uniquely shaped by culture. Core Thai values like respect, harmony, kreng jai, and katanyu are not just abstract ideas; they are active forces that guide choices and shape experiences from childhood to old age.

 

The different domains of development are constantly interacting. For example, in adolescence, the immense academic pressure (intellectual/social domain) directly impacts mental health (emotional domain), while the cultural value of kreng jai (social/emotional domain) can prevent teens from seeking the help they need.

 

A key theme is the negotiation between cherished traditions and the forces of modern life. The strong family system provides an incredible support network, but the expectation of katanyu can create immense pressure on adults in a changing economy. This creates a unique dynamic of "collectivist individualism," where personal goals are pursued but must be balanced with deep family obligations. Throughout it all, Buddhist philosophy provides a vital framework for navigating life's challenges, fostering resilience, community, and a path to finding peace and meaning.

 

8. Conclusion: The Ongoing Story

Our exploration has shown that while the blueprint of human development is universal, Thai culture provides the unique colors, textures, and patterns that make the final picture so distinct. From the influence of grandparent care in infancy to the pressures of katanyu in adolescence and adulthood, the Thai cultural context profoundly shapes how individuals grow and what is valued at each stage of life.

 

Understanding this interplay is not just an academic exercise. It is essential for building a society that can effectively support its members. This includes developing culturally-sensitive mental health services, especially for young people; creating early childhood strategies to address language delays; and reforming education to foster critical thinking in a way that harmonizes with cultural values. By continuing to study and appreciate the unique developmental journey within Thailand, we can better support the health, happiness, and well-being of every individual throughout their own incredible, unfolding story.

 

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  Subject: Health Education Grade: 7 (Bilingual Program) Topic: Unit 1.4 - The Nervous and Endocrine Systems Total Marks: 35 Instructions: Please choose the best answer for each question. | āļ„āļģāļŠี้āđāļˆāļ‡: āđ‚āļ›āļĢāļ”āđ€āļĨืāļ­āļāļ„āļģāļ•āļ­āļšāļ—ี่āļ”ีāļ—ี่āļŠุāļ”āļŠāļģāļŦāļĢัāļšāđāļ•่āļĨāļ°āļ„āļģāļ–āļēāļĄ Part 1: Knowledge & Fact Checking | āļŠ่āļ§āļ™āļ—ี่ 1: āļāļēāļĢāļ•āļĢāļ§āļˆāļŠāļ­āļšāļ„āļ§āļēāļĄāļĢู้āđāļĨāļ°āļ‚้āļ­āđ€āļ—็āļˆāļˆāļĢิāļ‡ What are the fundamental building blocks of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting signals? ( āļ­āļ°āđ„āļĢāļ„ืāļ­āļŦāļ™่āļ§āļĒāļžื้āļ™āļāļēāļ™āļ‚āļ­āļ‡āļĢāļ°āļšāļšāļ›āļĢāļ°āļŠāļēāļ—āļ—ี่āļ—āļģāļŦāļ™้āļēāļ—ี่āļŠ่āļ‡āļŠัāļāļāļēāļ“ ?) a) Hormones ( āļŪāļ­āļĢ์āđ‚āļĄāļ™) b) Neurons ( āđ€āļ‹āļĨāļĨ์āļ›āļĢāļ°āļŠāļēāļ—) c) Glands ( āļ•่āļ­āļĄ) d) Blood cells ( āđ€āļ‹āļĨāļĨ์āđ€āļĄ็āļ”āđ€āļĨืāļ­āļ”) Which gland is often referred to as the "master gland" because it controls the functions of many other endocrine glands? ( āļ•่āļ­āļĄāđƒāļ”āļ—ี่āļĄัāļāļ–ูāļāđ€āļĢีāļĒāļāļ§่āļē "āļ•่āļ­āļĄāļĄāļēāļŠāđ€āļ•āļ­āļĢ์" āđ€āļžāļĢāļēāļ°āļĄัāļ™āļ„āļ§āļšāļ„ุāļĄāļāļēāļĢāļ—āļģāļ‡āļēāļ™āļ‚āļ­āļ‡āļ•่āļ­āļĄāđ„āļĢ้āļ—่āļ­āļ­ื่āļ™āđ† āļ­ีāļāļĄāļēāļāļĄāļēāļĒ ?) a) Thyroid gland ( āļ•่āļ­āļĄāđ„āļ—āļĢāļ­āļĒāļ”์) b) Adrenal gland ( āļ•่āļ­āļĄāļŦāļĄāļ§āļāđ„āļ•) c) Pineal gland ( āļ•่āļ­āļĄāđ„āļžāđ€āļ™ีāļĒāļĨ) d) Pitu...
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