Question 1

Chapter 1 defines &#34;at risk&#34; as:&#10;A)current engagement in problem behaviors.&#10;B)previous engagement in problem behaviors.&#10;C)a set of cause-effect dynamics that place an individual in danger of future negative outcomes.&#10;D)a medical diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

Chapter 1 defines "at risk" as a set of cause-effect dynamics that place an individual in danger of future negative outcomes. It implies that the person is not currently engaged in problem behaviors but is more likely to engage in them in the future due to certain risk factors or circumstances. Therefore, options A and B, which refer to current or past engagement in problem behaviors, are not the best choices. Option D, a medical diagnosis, is not accurate as "at risk" is a broader concept that encompasses various domains of life, such as socioeconomic, psychological, and environmental factors, among others.

Question 2

The branches of the tree metaphor represent youths' individual adaptations to society.All but one of the following are examples of healthy branches:&#10;A)a strong connection to cultural heritage.&#10;B)good school attendance.&#10;C)prosocial peers.&#10;D)internal locus of control.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Youth of color are a vulnerable population due to all but one of the following:&#10;A)historical marginalization.&#10;B)contemporary institutional racism.&#10;C)underfunded schools.&#10;D)authoritative parenting.

Accepted Answer

Authoritative parenting is not a factor that contributes to the vulnerability of youth of color. In fact, authoritative parenting, which involves setting clear boundaries while also being warm and supportive, has been found to have positive impacts on the well-being of youth. However, historical marginalization, contemporary institutional racism, and underfunded schools all contribute to the vulnerability of youth of color. These factors can lead to lower academic achievement, fewer opportunities, and higher rates of poverty and incarceration.

Question 4

LGBT youth are particularly vulnerable in regards to all but one of the following:&#10;A)alcohol and drug abuse.&#10;B)depression.&#10;C)parental pathology.&#10;D)suicide.

Accepted Answer

While alcohol and drug abuse, depression, and suicide are all well-documented risks for LGBT youth, parental pathology is not specifically mentioned as a particular vulnerability in this group. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 5

The use of the term &#34;at risk&#34; in various contexts indicates that:&#10;A)it is an important term.&#10;B)there is a lack of consensus regarding its meaning.&#10;C)there is widespread agreement regarding its meaning.&#10;D)it is a recent phenomenon.

Accepted Answer

The use of the term "at risk" is highly contextual and its meaning can vary depending on the specific situation or field of study. As a result, there is often a lack of consensus regarding its precise definition.

Question 6

A young child who has loving stable relationships and attends a well-funded school will face:&#10;A)no risk.&#10;B)minimal risk.&#10;C)moderate risk.&#10;D)high risk.

Accepted Answer

While a child with a stable and loving relationship and access to a well-funded school may still face challenges and risks in life, these factors can reduce the overall level of risk that they face. Therefore, the best answer is B, minimal risk.

Question 7

What assumption concerning individuals is made in the ecological model?&#10;A)That humans are subject to Fate.&#10;B)That determinism is incompatible with free will.&#10;C)That the individual is an active participant.&#10;D)That the individual is a passive participant.

Accepted Answer

The ecological model assumes that the individual is an active participant who interacts with and adapts to their environment. This is in contrast to the assumption that individuals are passive participants who are subject to the forces of external factors such as fate. The model also recognizes the importance of individual agency and free will in shaping behavior and outcomes.

Question 8

Which system represents our &#34;social blueprint&#34; (cultural values, belief systems, etc.)?&#10;A)Microsystem&#10;B)Macrosystem&#10;C)Exosystem&#10;D)Mesosystem

Accepted Answer

The Macrosystem represents our cultural values, belief systems, and ideologies. It includes societal norms, laws, and customs that shape our beliefs and behaviors.

Question 9

Cyber abuse:&#10;A)only includes the online presentation of illicit material, such as pornography.&#10;B)includes the misuse of innocent information posted online.&#10;C)only affects adolescents.&#10;D)includes a wide range of negative activity.

Accepted Answer

Cyber abuse includes a wide range of negative activity, such as cyberbullying, harassment, stalking, impersonation, hacking, and doxxing. It can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender, and may cause significant emotional and psychological distress. It is not limited to the online presentation of illicit material, nor does it necessarily involve the misuse of innocent information.

Question 10

What developmental factors concerning the adolescent brain place adolescents at (at least) minimal risk?&#10;A)Alcoholism and addiction&#10;B)The ability to understand another's perspective and alcoholism&#10;C)The ability to understand another's perspective and an increase in risk-taking behavior&#10;D)An increase is risk-taking behavior and addiction

Accepted Answer

During adolescence, the brain undergoes significant changes in the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for decision-making, planning, and understanding another's perspective. This can lead to an increase in risk-taking behavior, as the adolescent may not fully understand the consequences of their actions or how it may affect others. Additionally, while addiction can be a risk factor for adolescents, it is not a direct result of developmental factors in the adolescent brain. Therefore, choice C is the best option as it identifies the two factors that are directly related to developmental changes in the brain during adolescence.

Question 11

The image of a gardener is supposed to represent the quality of:&#10;A)haste.&#10;B)outdoorsy-ness.&#10;C)competence.&#10;D)patience.

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Question 12

The final push toward a young person's being at High Risk is given by the person's:&#10;A)own negative attitude.&#10;B)social status.&#10;C)abuse status.&#10;D)poor school.

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Question 13

What are the three primary roots in the At-Risk Tree metaphor?&#10;A)Microsystem, exosystem and macrosystem&#10;B)Parents, grandparents and child&#10;C)Family, neighborhood, workplace&#10;D)Family, school and peers

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Question 14

Causal pathways are:&#10;A)static.&#10;B)dynamic.&#10;C)clear.&#10;D)simple.

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Question 15

Being at risk should be viewed as a:&#10;A)problem only for racial and social minorities.&#10;B)diagnostic category.&#10;C)series of steps along a continuum.&#10;D)guarantee of failure.

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Question 16

Which system describes the relationship between school and home?&#10;A)Microsystem&#10;B)Macrosystem&#10;C)Exosystem&#10;D)Mesosytem

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Question 17

Meaning and purpose of life is guaranteed by:&#10;A)affluence.&#10;B)social status.&#10;C)peer approval.&#10;D)nothing.

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Question 18

The ecological model posits that humans develop and grow:&#10;A)in precisely the way that trees do.&#10;B)within a number of monadic systems.&#10;C)within a number of dyadic systems.&#10;D)within a number of reciprocal systems.

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Question 19

The term &#34;at risk&#34; could indicate that risk is:&#10;A)orthogonal to success.&#10;B)inherent in a person.&#10;C)inherent in an environment.&#10;D)ontologically identifiable.

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Question 20

The fast technological rush of society leads us metaphorically to be:&#10;A)sprinters.&#10;B)mechanics.&#10;C)gardeners.&#10;D)atheletes.

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Question 21

The best interventions are:&#10;A)made in schools.&#10;B)stand-alone for their effectiveness.&#10;C)fully integrated into other services.&#10;D)cost little but achieve much.

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Question 22

The term &#34;transculturation&#34; was coined to capture the processes navigated by:&#10;A)transgender youth.&#10;B)immigrant youth.&#10;C)youths from ethnic minorities.&#10;D)abused youth.

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Question 23

An at-risk youth can make choices:&#10;A)only passively.&#10;B)only actively.&#10;C)actively and passively.&#10;D)only with help.

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Question 24

What sort of relationship does the ecological model assume person-environment interactions have?&#10;A)Bidirectionality&#10;B)Unidirectionality&#10;C)A dyadic relationship&#10;D)A nomadic relationship

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Question 25

The Internet always exerts a negative influence on youth.

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Deck 1: An Introduction to At-Risk Issues