Correct Answers.
Early onset of puberty is unlikely to be the result of _____. - Answer Improved nutrition
____ in the early adolescent years are important as a way to help adolescents with identity
development and to have a sense of belonging. - Answer Friendships
Adolescent risk-taking may be a form of modeling and romanticizing adult behavior - Answer
True
According to Erickson, the main task for adolescents is to work through the crisis of _____ -
Answer identity vs. role confusion
Which of the following is more likely to occur in adolescents as a result of experiencing early
puberty? - Answer Developing dependence on alcohol
Which parental method of approaching adolescent sexuality is typically most effective? -
Answer Building and maintaining an open line of communication
With respect to NSSI, ___ tend to use methods related to ___, while ___ are more prone to self-
harm by burning or branding - Answer females, cutting or scratching, males
Counselors, teachers and those working with children and adolescents can help them improve
their self-esteem by encouraging them to focus on, explore, and value their areas of higher
competency. - Answer True
Which of the following is an example of a non-suicidal self-injurious act, as defined by Klonsky? -
Answer head-banding
During ____, an individual will begin the decision-making process of determining a career path
and defining one's goals. - Answer late adolescence
____ is the capacity to be sensitive and effective in relating to other people - Answer Social