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Which of the following best describes factors contributing to depression? A. Strict adherence to cultural traditions B. Only genetic predispositions C. Various elements influencing the development of depressive symptoms D. Exclusive influence of socioeconomic status • Correct Answer: C. Various elements influencing the development of depressive symptoms • Rationale: Depression arises from a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors rather than a single cause. Who is most vulnerable to negative outcomes during development? A. Individuals with no family support B. Identification of individuals at higher risk for negative outcomes C. Everyone equally D. Only those with chronic illness • Correct Answer: B. Identification of individuals at higher risk for negative outcomes • Rationale: Some individuals, due to environment, health, or psychosocial issues, are more at risk, making early identification important. Erikson’s theory of development emphasizes which of the following? A. Cognitive growth through problem-solving B. Behavior shaped only by conditioning C. Psychosocial stages of identity formation D. Biological maturation only • Correct Answer: C. Psychosocial stages of identity formation • Rationale: Erikson’s model highlights psychosocial crises at each stage of life that shape identity. Marcia’s identity theory is best described as involving which of the following? A. Eight life stages of crisis B. Identity statuses: diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, achievement C. Only career-related choices D. Gender roles in identity • Correct Answer: B. Identity statuses: diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, achievement • Rationale: Marcia refined Erikson’s model by classifying identity development into four statuses. Which of the following best describes gender considerations in development? A. Factors influencing gender identity and roles B. Strictly biological sex differences C. Cultural rituals only D. None of the above • Correct Answer: A. Factors influencing gender identity and roles • Rationale: Gender considerations involve biological, cultural, and psychological influences on identity and role formation. Ethnic considerations in identity development involve: A. Ignoring cultural differences B. Influences of ethnicity on identity development C. Focusing only on economic background D. Limiting identity to biological heritage • Correct Answer: B. Influences of ethnicity on identity development • Rationale: Ethnicity can shape self-concept, values, and identity through culture and community influences. The transition to adulthood is best described as: A. A sudden shift at age 18 B. Process of moving from adolescence to adulthood C. A purely biological change D. An unchanging cultural expectation • Correct Answer: B. Process of moving from adolescence to adulthood • Rationale: Transitioning involves gradual physical, cognitive, and social adjustments. What changes result from puberty? A. Social changes only B. Physical and hormonal transformations during adolescence C. Solely emotional instability D. Fixed intellectual growth • Correct Answer: B. Physical and hormonal transformations during adolescence • Rationale: Puberty brings hormonal surges and visible physical changes that affect growth and behavior. Hormonal changes in adolescence are significant because they: A. Have no impact on emotions B. Fluctuate and affect development C. Remain constant through life D. Influence only height • Correct Answer: B. Fluctuate and affect development • Rationale: Hormones regulate physical growth, mood, and reproductive maturity. Body image and eating disorders are primarily related to: A. Perception of one’s body and disorders like anorexia B. Only genetic predisposition C. Social status alone D. Athletic ability • Correct Answer: A. Perception of one’s body and disorders like anorexia • Rationale: Negative body image often leads to eating disorders, especially during adolescence. Risky behaviors in adolescence are best described as: A. Healthy exploration of identity B. Actions with potential negative consequences C. Strictly academic challenges D. Family traditions • Correct Answer: B. Actions with potential negative consequences • Rationale: Risk-taking such as substance use, unsafe driving, or unprotected sex can harm health and development. Delinquency refers to: A. Obeying authority at all times B. Engagement in illegal or antisocial activities C. Participation in sports D. Academic underachievement only • Correct Answer: B. Engagement in illegal or antisocial activities • Rationale: Delinquency involves breaking laws or social norms, common in some adolescents facing risk factors. Adolescent sexuality involves: A. Ignoring gender identity B. Exploration and understanding of sexual identity C. Only physical changes in puberty D. Avoiding relationships • Correct Answer: B. Exploration and understanding of sexual identity • Rationale: Adolescents begin to explore attraction, orientation, and personal identity. Teen pregnancy is defined as pregnancy occurring: A. Only in married adolescents B. In individuals under the age of 20 C. Exclusively at age 18 D. Only in those still in school • Correct Answer: B. In individuals under the age of 20 • Rationale: Teen pregnancy refers to conception before the age of 20, often with social and health consequences. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are: A. Spread through food and water B. Infections transmitted through sexual contact C. Genetic disorders D. Only bacterial in nature • Correct Answer: B. Infections transmitted through sexual contact • Rationale: STDs may be viral, bacterial, or parasitic and spread through intimate contact. Date rape is defined as: A. Consensual intimacy between partners B. Non-consensual sexual activity within a dating context C. Only occurring in strangers D. A legal marriage issue • Correct Answer: B. Non-consensual sexual activity within a dating context • Rationale: Date rape is a form of sexual assault that violates trust in a relationship. Career development refers to: A. Finding temporary jobs only B. Process of choosing and advancing in a profession C. Economic gain only D. Limited to adolescence • Correct Answer: B. Process of choosing and advancing in a profession • Rationale: Career development involves exploring, preparing, and progressing in a career path. Leisure and work balance means: A. Eliminating all leisure time B. Balancing free time activities and employment C. Only focusing on career success D. Avoiding responsibility • Correct Answer: B. Balancing free time activities and employment • Rationale: A balance of work and leisure promotes well-being and prevents burnout. Working during high school may bring: A. Benefits only B. Drawbacks only C. Both advantages and disadvantages D. No effect on development • Correct Answer: C. Both advantages and disadvantages • Rationale: Work provides income and skills but may interfere with academics and social life. Vocational choices are: A. Decisions related to career paths and training B. Purely family traditions C. Irrelevant until adulthood D. Fixed for life after adolescence • Correct Answer: A. Decisions related to career paths and training • Rationale: Vocational choices shape career direction and often begin during adolescence. Influences on vocational choices may include: A. Only personal interests B. Factors affecting decisions about career options C. Random decision-making D. Solely academic grades • Correct Answer: B. Factors affecting decisions about career options • Rationale: Vocational choices are shaped by interests, abilities, family, culture, and opportunity. College planning refers to: A. Avoiding financial preparation B. Preparing for post-secondary education C. Limiting options to local jobs D. Ignoring academic achievement • Correct Answer: B. Preparing for post-secondary education • Rationale: Planning involves academic, financial, and personal readiness for higher education. Transitions after high school involve: A. No significant changes B. Changes and adjustments following high school graduation C. Only academic success D. Identical experiences for everyone • Correct Answer: B. Changes and adjustments following high school graduation • Rationale: Graduates face transitions to work, college, independence, and new responsibilities.