Question 1

_____ includes self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, and the ability to get along with others and make friends. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Emotional intelligence encompasses self-awareness, social awareness, self-management, and relationship management skills, which include the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions as well as recognize and influence the emotions of others.

Question 2

The number of late adolescents never leaving home or returning home after college has increased drastically due primarily to the _____. Choices:

Accepted Answer

The increase in late adolescents never leaving home or returning home after college is primarily due to the lack of employment opportunities available, making it difficult for them to support themselves independently.

Question 3

Which of the following are the best predictors of a positive transition from a high school to the college setting? Choices:

Accepted Answer

High academic ethic and achievement are strong predictors of a successful transition to college as they reflect a student's ability to manage academic challenges and persist in their studies.

Question 4

The symptoms of anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders usually first appear during _____. Choices:

Accepted Answer

The symptoms of anorexia nervosa and other eating disorders most commonly first appear during early or middle adolescence, a period of significant physical and psychological development.

Question 5

As the brain matures, the neural connections between the _____ and the _____ begin to disappear allowing the individual to reduce the influence of peers. Choices:

Accepted Answer

The maturation of the brain involves the strengthening of connections between the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for decision-making and impulse control, and the limbic system, which is involved in emotions and reward processing. As these connections become more efficient, individuals are better able to regulate their emotions and resist peer pressure, leading to a reduction in the influence of peers.

Question 6

The foundation of _____ theory states that individuals should achieve specific coming of age goals at various points in their life. Choices:

Accepted Answer

The foundation of social clock theory revolves around the idea that individuals are expected to achieve certain life milestones (such as marriage, having children, starting a career) at specific ages or stages in their life, reflecting societal norms and expectations.

Question 7

Which of the following is a main issue with facilitating a continuous transition from high school to college for late adolescents? Choices:

Accepted Answer

Lack of quality curriculum during high school can hinder students' readiness for college-level work, impacting the smooth transition to higher education.

Question 8

According to Piaget, individuals in the _____ thought stage of cognitive development have more complex decision-making skills that take into consideration situational circumstances and integrate emotion with logic. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Piaget's theory of cognitive development does not include a "conventional operational" stage. The postformal thought stage, which is not originally part of Piaget's stages but is often discussed as an extension or addition to his theory, involves more complex decision-making that integrates emotion and logic, and acknowledges that answers to questions can vary based on circumstances. This stage is seen as more advanced than the formal operational stage, allowing for nuanced thinking that is not strictly logical but also considers context and multiple perspectives.

Question 9

Perry's Theory of epistemic cognition states that individuals move from _____ to _____ thinking as they mature. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Perry's Theory of epistemic cognition outlines a developmental process where individuals initially view knowledge and the world in a dualistic manner, seeing things in terms of right or wrong, and then progress to a more relativistic understanding, recognizing the complexity and context-dependence of knowledge.

Question 10

Which of the following is one of the CDC's main categories of youth risk behaviors? Choices:

Accepted Answer

Risky sexual behaviors are one of the main categories of youth risk behaviors identified by the CDC, as they can lead to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unintended pregnancies, among other health issues.

Question 11

According to Erikson, a later adolescent has the basic conflict of _____ to work through. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Erikson's theory of psychosocial development posits that in late adolescence, individuals face the challenge of intimacy vs. isolation. This stage focuses on forming intimate, loving relationships with others versus feeling isolated and alone.

Question 12

_____ believed that females tend to emphasize caring when cognitively handling ethical decisions whereas males emphasize justice. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Carol Gilligan proposed that women are more likely to emphasize an ethic of care in moral decision-making, in contrast to men who are more likely to prioritize an ethic of justice. This was in response to Kohlberg's stages of moral development, which she argued were more reflective of male perspectives.

Question 13

Which stage of Kohlberg's theory involves the individual maintaining rules and regulations, not because an authority figure has directed them to do so, but because the individual has a greater concern for society as a whole? Choices:

Accepted Answer

Kohlberg's stage of "maintaining the social order" is characterized by individuals adhering to rules and laws because of their belief in the importance of maintaining societal order, rather than merely following directives from authority figures or conforming to group norms.

Question 14

Differences in sexual activity are most often related to _____ and _____. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Differences in sexual activity are most often related to gender and sexual values, as these factors significantly influence individuals' behaviors and attitudes towards sex.

Question 15

Which of the following is among the three leading causes of death for youngsters aged 12 to 20 in the United States? Choices:

Accepted Answer

Suicide is among the three leading causes of death for young people aged 12 to 20 in the United States, along with accidents (unintentional injuries) and homicide.

Question 16

During _____, an individual will begin the decision-making process of determining a career path and defining one's goals. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Late adolescence is typically when individuals start to seriously consider their career paths and set goals for their future.

Question 17

_____ may be the greatest risk factor among externalizing behaviors for bulimia. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Impulsivity is considered a significant risk factor for bulimia among externalizing behaviors, as it can lead to difficulties in controlling eating behaviors and a higher likelihood of engaging in binge eating and purging activities.

Question 18

_____ is the capacity to be sensitive and effective in relating to other people. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Social competence refers to the ability to interact effectively with others, which includes being sensitive to their needs and emotions.

Question 19

_____ is the act of consuming significant amounts of alcohol in a short span of time before even arriving at the main event. Choices:

Accepted Answer

Pregaming refers to the act of drinking alcohol before going out to a social event, often with the intention of becoming intoxicated before arriving at the main venue.

Question 20

_____ has proven to be the therapy of choice for treating bulimia in adults while _____ has been shown to be effective for treating adolescents with bulimia and anorexia. Choices:

Accepted Answer

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is the preferred treatment for bulimia in adults due to its focus on changing negative thought patterns and behaviors related to eating. For adolescents with bulimia and anorexia, family therapy is effective as it involves the family in treatment, addressing the dynamics that may contribute to the eating disorder.

Quiz 9: Late Adolescence Ages 19 to 25