Question 1

One study of adolescents found that boys were more likely than girls to say they feel shame when they cry.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true according to the study mentioned.

Question 2

Externalizing problems peak during adolescence due:

Accepted Answer

Externalizing problems such as substance abuse and delinquent behavior peak during adolescence due to a combination of both the increase in the number of teens involved in these problems as well as the increase in involvement of specific teens. This is due to various developmental, social, and environmental factors that are particularly relevant during this stage of life.

Question 3

Tasha is a 17­year­old girl who has avoided the externalizing problems that have plagued many of her male peers. This is probably because:

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that girls are less likely to tolerate or engage in externalizing behaviors such as physical aggression or rule-breaking. This may be due to socialization processes that emphasize the importance of being polite, nurturing, and following rules. Therefore, Tasha's avoidance of externalizing problems is likely because she has internalized these values and chosen not to engage in such behaviors.

Question 4

In terms of adolescent friendships, girls tend to focus more on agentic goals, while boys tend to focus on communal goals.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Research has shown that both girls and boys value both agentic and communal goals in their friendships, although girls may prioritize communication and emotional support more, while boys may prioritize shared activities and status within the group.

Question 5

A new approach to studying adolescent development focuses on the strengths and positive qualities of youths that contribute to their psychological health. This approach is called:

Accepted Answer

Positive youth development is an approach that emphasizes the strengths and positive qualities of young people instead of just focusing on risk factors and problem behaviors. This approach encourages the development of skills and competencies that help youths to thrive and lead fulfilling lives, rather than just trying to prevent negative outcomes.

Question 6

According to Moffitt's research on children and adolescents in New Zealand, aggression following a childhood onset pattern tends to be:

Accepted Answer

Moffitt's research found that aggression following a childhood onset pattern tends to persist over several years, indicating a more long-term and chronic issue.

Question 7

Problems in adolescence that include social and behavioral problems such as aggression and delinquency are called:

Accepted Answer

Externalizing problems refer to behaviors that are displayed openly and can be disruptive to others, such as aggression and delinquency. Internalizing problems, on the other hand, are more inwardly focused and can include anxiety and depression. Emotional tone and cognitive-behavioral therapy are not directly related to this type of problem.

Question 8

Suicide rates among Native American adolescents are lower within tribes which emphasize:

Accepted Answer

Suicide rates among Native American adolescents are lower within tribes which emphasize cultural continuity. In other words, when Native American adolescents are encouraged to maintain their traditions and embrace their cultural heritage, they are less likely to experience feelings of hopelessness and despair that can lead to suicide.

Question 9

Maria and Lee are fraternal boy­girl twins. As they develop from late childhood and through adolescence, what is likely to happen to their positive emotional tone?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Maria and Lee are fraternal boy­girl twins....

Question 10

During adolescence, girls' friendships tend to be more intense than those of boys.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that during adolescence, girls' friendships tend to be more intimate and emotionally supportive than those of boys. Girls are more likely to spend time talking and sharing personal information with their friends, while boys tend to bond over shared activities and interests. This difference in friendship styles can contribute to girls' greater propensity for anxiety and depression, as well as their increased risk for eating disorders and self-harm.

Question 11

Boys who follow a life­course pattern of externalizing problems often:

Accepted Answer

Boys who follow a life-course pattern of externalizing problems often have received inconsistent parenting during early childhood. This means that their caregivers have not provided a stable, predictable environment and have not consistently responded to their needs and behaviors. This can lead to difficulties with self-regulation, emotional control, and coping skills, which may manifest as externalizing behaviors like aggression and rule-breaking. Authoritarian or permissive parenting styles may also contribute to externalizing problems, but inconsistency is a key factor. Temperament may also play a role, but it is not the primary factor driving externalizing behavior patterns.

Question 12

Adolescent boys are more likely to cry if their parents are more accepting of emotional expression.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that adolescent boys whose parents are more accepting of emotional expression are more likely to feel comfortable crying and expressing their emotions. This acceptance creates a more positive and supportive environment for emotional expression.

Question 13

Research by Lorraine Ball and Michael Chandler on Native American adolescents has led to the conclusion that the increased risk of suicide in this group is linked to:

Accepted Answer

Ball and Chandler found that Native American adolescents have difficulty solving the problem of self-continuity, which refers to the ability to connect themselves to past, present, and future selves. This difficulty is linked to an increased risk of suicide. The other answers are not supported by their research.

Question 14

In terms of gender differences in rates of depression:

Accepted Answer

The answer of In terms of gender differences in rates...

Question 15

Which of the following may contribute to the increase in internalizing problems among adolescent girls?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that girls may respond more negatively than boys to relationship conflicts, which could contribute to an increase in internalizing problems such as anxiety and depression.

Question 16

The influx of pubertal hormones may contribute to the impulse control of early adolescents.

Accepted Answer

The influx of pubertal hormones during adolescence may actually impair impulse control, as well as increase sensitivity to rewards and peer influence. This can lead to greater risk-taking behaviors and reduced ability to inhibit impulses.

Question 17

Dunphy's stages of romantic relationships have been found to continue the same way in the modern United States as they did in the 1950s.

Accepted Answer

While Dunphy's stages of romantic relationships were originally observed in the 1950s, studies have found that the progression of relationships in the modern United States may not necessarily follow the same pattern. Factors such as changes in gender roles and societal norms may have led to different patterns and timelines in modern romantic relationships.

Question 18

A relatively new term used by some developmentalists to describe the unique developmental challenges facing individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in technologically advanced societies is:

Accepted Answer

Emerging adulthood is a term used to describe the phase of life between adolescence and adulthood, typically between ages 18 and 25. This period is characterized by exploration, instability, and a prolonged transition to full adulthood, often accompanied by changes in identity, education, work, and relationships. The concept of emerging adulthood was introduced by psychologist Jeffrey Arnett to reflect the new challenges and opportunities that arise in modern societies with higher education, delayed marriage, shifting gender roles, and global interconnections.

Question 19

According to a 2008 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what percentage of girls ages 14-19 in the United States have at least one sexually transmitted disease?

Accepted Answer

According to the 2008 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 25% of girls ages 14-19 in the United States have at least one sexually transmitted disease.

Question 20

On average, daily emotions become more positive between early adolescence and middle adolescence.

Accepted Answer

The answer of On average, daily emotions become more positive...

Quiz 15: Social and Emotional Development During Adolescence

One study of adolescents found that boys were more likely than girls to say they feel shame when they cry.

Externalizing problems peak during adolescence due:

Tasha is a 17yearold girl who has avoided the externalizing problems that have plagued many of her male peers. This is probably because:

In terms of adolescent friendships, girls tend to focus more on agentic goals, while boys tend to focus on communal goals.

A new approach to studying adolescent development focuses on the strengths and positive qualities of youths that contribute to their psychological health. This approach is called:

According to Moffitt's research on children and adolescents in New Zealand, aggression following a childhood onset pattern tends to be:

Problems in adolescence that include social and behavioral problems such as aggression and delinquency are called:

Suicide rates among Native American adolescents are lower within tribes which emphasize:

Maria and Lee are fraternal boygirl twins. As they develop from late childhood and through adolescence, what is likely to happen to their positive emotional tone?

During adolescence, girls' friendships tend to be more intense than those of boys.

Boys who follow a lifecourse pattern of externalizing problems often:

Adolescent boys are more likely to cry if their parents are more accepting of emotional expression.

Research by Lorraine Ball and Michael Chandler on Native American adolescents has led to the conclusion that the increased risk of suicide in this group is linked to:

In terms of gender differences in rates of depression:

Which of the following may contribute to the increase in internalizing problems among adolescent girls?

The influx of pubertal hormones may contribute to the impulse control of early adolescents.

Dunphy's stages of romantic relationships have been found to continue the same way in the modern United States as they did in the 1950s.

A relatively new term used by some developmentalists to describe the unique developmental challenges facing individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in technologically advanced societies is:

According to a 2008 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what percentage of girls ages 14-19 in the United States have at least one sexually transmitted disease?

On average, daily emotions become more positive between early adolescence and middle adolescence.

Quiz 15: Social and Emotional Development During Adolescence

One study of adolescents found that boys were more likely than girls to say they feel shame when they cry.

Externalizing problems peak during adolescence due:

Tasha is a 17­year­old girl who has avoided the externalizing problems that have plagued many of her male peers. This is probably because:

In terms of adolescent friendships, girls tend to focus more on agentic goals, while boys tend to focus on communal goals.

A new approach to studying adolescent development focuses on the strengths and positive qualities of youths that contribute to their psychological health. This approach is called:

According to Moffitt's research on children and adolescents in New Zealand, aggression following a childhood onset pattern tends to be:

Problems in adolescence that include social and behavioral problems such as aggression and delinquency are called:

Suicide rates among Native American adolescents are lower within tribes which emphasize:

Maria and Lee are fraternal boy­girl twins. As they develop from late childhood and through adolescence, what is likely to happen to their positive emotional tone?

During adolescence, girls' friendships tend to be more intense than those of boys.

Boys who follow a life­course pattern of externalizing problems often:

Adolescent boys are more likely to cry if their parents are more accepting of emotional expression.

Research by Lorraine Ball and Michael Chandler on Native American adolescents has led to the conclusion that the increased risk of suicide in this group is linked to:

In terms of gender differences in rates of depression:

Which of the following may contribute to the increase in internalizing problems among adolescent girls?

The influx of pubertal hormones may contribute to the impulse control of early adolescents.

Dunphy's stages of romantic relationships have been found to continue the same way in the modern United States as they did in the 1950s.

A relatively new term used by some developmentalists to describe the unique developmental challenges facing individuals between the ages of 18 and 25 in technologically advanced societies is:

According to a 2008 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what percentage of girls ages 14-19 in the United States have at least one sexually transmitted disease?

On average, daily emotions become more positive between early adolescence and middle adolescence.

Tasha is a 17yearold girl who has avoided the externalizing problems that have plagued many of her male peers. This is probably because:

Maria and Lee are fraternal boygirl twins. As they develop from late childhood and through adolescence, what is likely to happen to their positive emotional tone?

Boys who follow a lifecourse pattern of externalizing problems often: