Question 1

According to Erikson, which of the following best describes the primary psychosocial task of adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Achieving a consistent sense of identity

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of 'foreclosure' in adolescent identity development?

Accepted Answer

An adolescent who adopts their parents' political beliefs without question

Question 3

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'deviancy training'?

Accepted Answer

One adolescent teaching another how to shoplift

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT one of the four aspects of family closeness identified in adolescent development?

Accepted Answer

Competition

Question 5

A 16-year-old regularly smokes marijuana and is at increased risk for which of the following outcomes, according to research?

Accepted Answer

Deficits in memory and motivation

Question 6

Which of the following statements about parental monitoring is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

It can be positive when it is supportive and not overly intrusive.

Question 7

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'generational forgetting' in the context of drug prevention?

Accepted Answer

Each new generation forgets what the previous generation learned about drug risks.

Question 8

Which of the following is a sign that predicts delinquency in adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Stubbornness

Question 9

Which of the following is most likely to increase the risk of substance use disorder among North American teenagers?

Accepted Answer

Parental provision of alcohol to teenagers

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'selection' and 'facilitation' in peer relationships during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Selection refers to choosing friends with similar interests; facilitation refers to encouraging each other's behaviors.

Question 11

Which of the following is a potential negative consequence of early drug use on adolescent brain development?

Accepted Answer

Impaired growth and brain development

Question 12

According to the DSM-5, which term describes the distress experienced when an individual's gender identity does not align with their assigned sex at birth?

Accepted Answer

Gender dysphoria

Question 13

Which of the following is most accurate regarding the influence of peers and parents during adolescence?

Accepted Answer

Peers and parents both play important but different roles in adolescent development.

Question 14

Which of the following is a common misconception about adolescent self-esteem?

Accepted Answer

Self-esteem is universally low for all adolescents.

Question 15

A high school implements a graphic image ad campaign to prevent drug use. According to research, which of the following is most likely to enhance the effectiveness of this campaign?

Accepted Answer

Combining the campaign with strong parental example and social changes

Question 16

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'life-course-persistent offenders' and 'adolescence-limited offenders'?

Accepted Answer

Life-course-persistent offenders begin and continue criminal behavior throughout life; adolescence-limited offenders only engage in delinquency during adolescence.

Question 17

Which of the following is a key factor in the effectiveness of sex education provided by schools?

Accepted Answer

Consistency and quality of information across schools and nations

Question 18

Which of the following is a correct application of Erikson's theory to adolescent identity development?

Accepted Answer

Adolescents who achieve identity are less likely to experience role confusion.

Question 19

A 17-year-old is experiencing feelings of hopelessness, lethargy, and worthlessness for more than two weeks. According to the study materials, which condition is most likely being described?

Accepted Answer

Clinical depression

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the relationship between adolescent identity search and mental health?

Accepted Answer

The search for identity can increase vulnerability to depression and anxiety.

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