Research has shown that when teens are under the influence of alcohol, they are LESS likely to
a. get into a physical fight.
b. smoke cigarettes.
c. avoid engaging in risky sexual behavior.
d. get into a car accident.
Question 2If asked to list the top three causes of death in teens, you should AVOID saying
a. car accidents.
b. murder.
c. suicide.
d. infections.
Question 3Concerning physical health,
a. the rate of obesity among teens has steadily declined in the past two decades.
b. modern teens lead a more sedentary lifestyle and consume more empty calories than in decades past.
c. high blood pressure and diabetes remain virtually unheard of in teenage populations.
d. genetic factors appear to play little role in the levels of obesity found in teens.
Question 4During adolescence, the physical activity levels of males continue to increase, while those of females tend to level off, or even decline. This is most likely due to the
a. degeneration of muscle tissue in females.
b. traditional gender-role socialization of females in our culture that discourages physical activity (especially in athletics).
c. hormonal changes across the period of adolescence.
d. secular trend.
Question 5The greatest long-term negative impact of being an early-maturing female involves an increased risk of
a. poorer academic performance.
b. engaging in risky behaviors (e.g., sex and alcohol consumption).
c. athletic injury.
d. being unpopular with peers.