Question 1

When suffering from ________, adolescents have pervasive feelings of sadness, are irritable, have low self-esteem, sleep poorly, and are unable to concentrate.

Accepted Answer

The symptoms listed in the question (feelings of sadness, irritability, low self-esteem, poor sleep, difficulty concentrating) are all commonly associated with depression.

Question 2

Which of the following adolescents has demonstrated adolescent-limited antisocial behavior?

Accepted Answer

Louis has demonstrated adolescent-limited antisocial behavior by stealing candy from the grocery store. This behavior is not a sign of a deeper underlying problem and is more common during adolescence. The other options, Boris, Kesha, and Marcus, have engaged in more severe and violent behaviors, suggesting more persistent and serious antisocial behavior.

Question 3

Life-course persistent antisocial acts

Accepted Answer

Life-course persistent antisocial acts (LCP) start early in life and continue throughout development. These individuals display persistent antisocial behavior, aggression, and delinquency from childhood to adulthood. They may have a history of conduct disorders and have difficulties in school, family, and social relationships. This pattern of behavior is associated with underlying neurological and developmental factors and may be difficult to treat.

Question 4

Many people believe that a person who is serious about committing suicide will not talk about it before attempting to kill themselves. Based on the information presented in your textbook, which of the following is true regarding this issue?

Accepted Answer

According to the textbook, few suicides are truly spontaneous, and in most cases, there are warning signals. It is important to take any indications of suicidal thoughts or behaviors seriously and seek help. Option A is incorrect as it presents gender stereotypes and ignores the fact that everyone may express their thoughts of suicide differently. Option B is incorrect as ignoring or dismissing someone's suicidal thoughts or behavior can be dangerous and harmful. Option D is incorrect as research has shown that individuals who are considering suicide may talk about it with someone beforehand or give warning signals, and not all individuals leave a note.

Question 5

Somewhere in the range of ____ percent of youth fit a pattern of delinquent behavior called life-course persistent antisocial behavior, and they account for most adolescent criminal activity.

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that approximately 5 percent of youth exhibit life-course persistent antisocial behavior, contributing significantly to adolescent criminal activity.

Question 6

Approximately _________ of American teenagers experiment with cigarette smoking at some point during their teenage years.

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one-third of American teenagers experiment with cigarette smoking at some point during their teenage years.

Question 7

One intervention program designed to help interrupt developing patterns of antisocial and destructive behavior in children is called ________, and it involves teaching academic and social skills to children, teaching life and vocational skills to adolescents, and teaching effective child-rearing skills to parents.

Accepted Answer

The intervention program described is called Fast Track, which is a comprehensive program designed to intervene with children exhibiting antisocial and aggressive behavior. The program involves teaching academic and social skills to children, teaching life and vocational skills to adolescents, and teaching effective parenting skills to parents. The program has been found to be effective in reducing behavioral problems and promoting positive development in children.

Question 8

The last time a child was executed via capital punishment in the United States was in ______, when a 14-year-old boy was electrocuted.

Accepted Answer

The last time a child was executed in the United States was in 1944, when 14-year-old George Stinney Jr. was executed in South Carolina.

Question 9

Adolescent-________ antisocial behavior refers to relatively minor criminal acts by adolescents who aren't considered antisocial.

Accepted Answer

Limited antisocial behavior is a term used to describe minor criminal acts such as vandalism, truancy, and underage drinking by adolescents who are not considered to have a serious or chronic antisocial behavior disorder. The other choices do not accurately describe this type of behavior.

Question 10

Of the following adolescents, which of them has the greatest statistical likelihood of committing suicide?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that Native American adolescents have the highest rate of suicide of any ethnic group in the United States, making the statistical likelihood of Arlen committing suicide the greatest among the given options.

Question 11

According to Erikson's theory, only adolescents with behavioral or psychological problems face a crisis between identity and role-confusion.

Accepted Answer

According to Erikson's theory, all adolescents go through a stage of identity versus role-confusion where they are trying to establish their own sense of identity and role in society, regardless of whether or not they have behavioral or psychological problems.

Question 12

School-based programs that are interactive and address the issue of teenage alcohol use

Accepted Answer

School-based programs that address underage drinking can be effective in educating teens about the dangers of alcohol and how to resist peer pressure to drink. These programs can provide information about the physical and mental effects of alcohol, as well as teach teens how to make responsible decisions about drinking. Research has shown that interactive programs that focus on life skills and decision-making strategies can be particularly effective in reducing the likelihood of underage drinking.

Question 13

Research has found that there are several characteristics of youngsters that predict higher levels of aggressive behavior. These include all but which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Research has found that there are several...

Question 14

School-based prevention programs designed to reduce the number of teenagers who smoke cigarettes are most effective when they include all but which of the following components?

Accepted Answer

Providing no-cost health screenings for students who have already begun smoking is not a component of school-based prevention programs designed to reduce the number of teenagers who smoke cigarettes. The other options (having a no-smoking policy for students, staff, and school visitors, teaching strategies for resisting peer pressure to smoke, and teaching the health and social consequences of smoking) are all important components of effective prevention programs.

Question 15

A common non-drug intervention that is used to help adolescents who suffer from depression is

Accepted Answer

Therapy that emphasizes certain cognitive and social skills has been shown to be effective in treating adolescent depression. This type of therapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, focuses on changing negative thought patterns and improving social and problem-solving skills to help the adolescent better cope with their depression.

Question 16

Why is it that adolescent girls are more frequently affected by the symptoms of depression than adolescent boys?

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that girls tend to face more social challenges during adolescence than boys. These challenges may include pressures to conform to societal expectations of appearance and femininity, experiences of sexism or discrimination, and struggles with identity and self-esteem. These stressors can contribute to the development of depression in adolescent girls.

Question 17

Some teenagers experience negative life events and do not become depressed. Which of the following teenagers is LEAST LIKELY to become depressed when she experiences a negative life event?

Accepted Answer

Carmine, who has high levels of certain neurotransmitters, is least likely to become depressed when experiencing a negative life event. High levels of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine can improve mood and protect against depression.

Question 18

________ are more likely to suffer from depression than ________, probably because they are more greatly affected by social challenges during this age period.

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that adolescent girls are more likely to suffer from depression than boys. This is likely due to a variety of factors, including greater exposure to social challenges such as body image issues, friendship difficulties, and romantic relationships, as well as hormonal changes that occur during puberty.

Question 19

Which of the following adolescents is MOST LIKELY to behave in aggressive and/or antisocial ways?

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that living in poverty can increase the likelihood of aggressive and antisocial behavior in adolescents, due to factors such as increased stress, lack of resources, and exposure to violence in the community. The other options do not have as strong of a relationship with aggressive and antisocial behavior.

Question 20

When a 17-year-old boy was sentenced to death in 2004 in the United States, the American Psychological Association (APA) filed a brief with the court opposing this punishment. The sentence was revised and changed to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole. Why did the APA petition the court to prevent the adolescent from being executed?

Accepted Answer

The APA argued that the adolescent's immature brain development made him more impulsive, risk-prone, and unable to maturely consider the consequences of his actions. This argument is based on research showing that the brains of adolescents are still developing and that this development continues into early adulthood, affecting decision-making, behavior, and judgment. The APA did not argue for any form of legal exemption, such as not guilty by reason of mental defect or deficit, based on abuse or drug use, nor did they focus on the international context of the death penalty.

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