Risk Behaviors, Substance Effects & Communicating Health Concerns in Psychology Study Guide

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Positive and Negative Risk Behaviour


Positive Risk Taking: Actions that involve potential failure or
social exposure but foster personal growth, resilience, and
confidence.
Examples: Joining a new team, public speaking, standing up for
a cause.
Negative Risk Taking: Behaviors that carry significant potential
for immediate physical, legal, or long-term personal harm.
Examples: Substance abuse, reckless driving, illegal acts,
unsafe sexual practices.




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