Question 1

According to Super, a key element of the specification phase of career development involves:

Accepted Answer

In the specification phase of career development, according to Donald Super's theory, individuals start to narrow down their career choices and begin obtaining the required training or education for their chosen field.

Question 2

After carefully examining which careers might be best for him, Stanley takes a job with a plumbing company. Though he likes the money, he is not ready for the kinds of responsibilities often asked of regular employees.  Stanley is probably in Super's ____ stage of career development.

Accepted Answer

Stanley is in the implementation stage of career development according to Super's theory. This stage typically occurs in early adulthood when individuals have completed their training and are beginning their first job. They are implementing their career choice but may still be adjusting to the responsibilities and realities of the workplace, as indicated by Stanley's situation.

Question 3

During the implementation phase of career development, a person:

Accepted Answer

During the implementation phase of career development, a person takes a job and learns firsthand about a career, which is a practical step towards building their career path.

Question 4

Transgender youth were once thought to be confused about their gender identity and they received treatment to:

Accepted Answer

Historically, transgender youth were often misunderstood and the prevailing approach was to attempt to align their gender identity with their biological sex, rather than affirming their true gender identity. This could involve various psychological or medical interventions aimed at making their gender identity conform to societal expectations based on their sex assigned at birth.

Question 5

Newer dating violence prevention programs take a:

Accepted Answer

Newer dating violence prevention programs often take a community-based approach, recognizing that the issue is multifaceted and requires the involvement and support of the entire community to effectively address and prevent dating violence. This approach includes various stakeholders such as schools, parents, community organizations, and the teens themselves.

Question 6

Seventeen-year-old Orion develops an interest in astronomy. If he is in Super's specification stage of career development, his next step would MOST likely involve:

Accepted Answer

In Super's specification stage of career development, individuals explore their interests through education or training to gain more specific knowledge or skills in their area of interest. Signing up for a course in basic astronomy would be a direct way for Orion to explore and specify his interest in astronomy.

Question 7

Which factor is thought to increase the risk of a male or female perpetrating dating violence?

Accepted Answer

Being exposed to violence at home is a significant risk factor for perpetrating dating violence, as it can normalize aggressive behavior in relationships.

Question 8

Which statement concerning the origins of sexual orientation is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that the development of sexual orientation, including the timing of when individuals first experience same-sex attraction, can vary. Studies have shown that, on average, women who identify as lesbian may recognize or acknowledge their attraction to the same sex at a later age compared to their male counterparts who identify as gay. This difference in timing does not imply a universal experience but reflects trends observed in research. The other options (A, C, D) are not supported by scientific evidence. There is no single "lesbian gene" identified, gay males do not universally reject anything classified as "feminine," and the claim that interest in the same sex occurs much later in males is too generalized and not supported by current understanding of sexual orientation development.

Question 9

Which theorist proposes that identity is a primary force in an adolescent's choice of a career?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

While there are different types of dating violence, threats are an example of ____ violence.

Accepted Answer

Threats are considered a form of emotional violence because they involve manipulating someone's feelings of safety, security, and well-being through fear, rather than causing physical harm.

Question 11

Which of these is NOT a contributing factor in teen dating violence?

Accepted Answer

Success at school is generally not considered a contributing factor to teen dating violence. Factors like antisocial behavior, aggressive behavior, and drug use are more commonly associated with an increased risk of engaging in or experiencing teen dating violence.

Question 12

Which statement BEST describes the basic premise of Super's implementation phase of career development?

Accepted Answer

The implementation phase in Super's theory of career development involves taking action towards starting a career, which is best reflected by the statement "I'll take the job and see what happens." This indicates a commitment to engage with the work world and learn from the experience.

Question 13

The "Families for Safe Dates" program can BEST be described as a:

Accepted Answer

The "Families for Safe Dates" program is a parent-teen-based prevention program specifically designed to reduce dating abuse by involving both parents and teens in the educational process, aiming to foster safe dating practices.

Question 14

The main assumption of Holland's theory is that people:

Accepted Answer

Holland's theory, also known as the RIASEC model, posits that people will find job satisfaction, and therefore be more productive and successful, in work environments that are a good fit for their personalities. This theory categorizes both people and work environments into six types: Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional.

Question 15

According to Holland's ____ theory, the key factor in determining whether a job will be fulfilling is how the important features of the job fit your personal characteristics.

Accepted Answer

Holland's theory is known as the personality-type theory, which suggests that job satisfaction and career success are higher when there is a good fit between the person's personality type and their work environment.

Question 16

Twenty-one-year-old Martina lists her sexual orientation as "lesbian."  Given the current state of research on the origins of sexual orientation, which statement is MOST likely to be TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Current research suggests that the origins of sexual orientation, including lesbianism, are complex and not fully understood, encompassing a range of biological, environmental, and possibly genetic factors.

Question 17

Crystallization involves using one's emerging identity as the basis for assessing:

Accepted Answer

Crystallization is a term used in career development theory, referring to the process where individuals use their understanding of themselves, including their interests, abilities, and values, to form ideas about potential career paths. This does not directly relate to assessing intelligence, risk for mental illness, or self-esteem.

Question 18

Which of these is NOT an outcome associated with participation in the One Act program to reduce dating violence?

Accepted Answer

The One Act program focuses on educating students about dating violence and equipping them with the skills to intervene in potentially harmful situations. It does not specifically involve potential offenders taking a pledge to stop dating violence before it starts.

Question 19

While counseling a friend who is having trouble with his girlfriend, 13-year-old Frasier decides that he has a talent for helping people deal with their problems and decides that he should pursue a career as a clinical psychologist. Frasier's response matches Super's ____ stage of career development.

Accepted Answer

Frasier is in the crystallization stage, according to Super's theory of career development. This stage, typically occurring in adolescence, involves forming a general vocational goal based on interests and abilities, which is exactly what Frasier is doing by deciding to pursue a career in clinical psychology.

Question 20

Sixteen-year-old Karl has recently identified himself as gay. Which statement is MOST likely to be TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Current psychological understanding recognizes that sexual orientation is not determined by family dynamics such as having a domineering mother, a weak father, or one's birth order and responsibilities within the family. Instead, sexual orientation is understood to be a complex interplay of biological, environmental, and possibly genetic factors. The statement about Karl beginning to show interest in gender-atypical behaviors is the most likely to be true, as individuals who identify as gay may feel more comfortable expressing interests or behaviors that do not conform to traditional gender norms once they have acknowledged their sexual orientation. However, it's important to note that not all gay individuals will exhibit gender-atypical behaviors, as personal expression varies widely.

Quiz 9: Moving Into the Adult Social World: Socioemotional Development in Adolescence