Question 1

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds are interested in serious romantic relationships.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Sixteen-year-olds can be described as having regained much of their earlier self- __________________.

Accepted Answer

confidence

Question 3

Why are social media so appealing to adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Social media addresses the adolescent's developmental need for peer acceptance and social connectivity.In today's world few teens are without a cell phone or access to a personal computer (with web camera and Internet connection) so that communicating with friends is easy and typically non-stop.Social media participation also fulfills the adolescent's sense of egocentrism and need for self-expression.In addition, many teens are simply intrigued with the latest technological advances and gadgets and may feel pressured to keep up with their friends.For some teens, involvement in social media becomes a time-consuming and addictive habit that is difficult to break.

Question 4

Depression in teens:

Accepted Answer

A)  is extremely rare 
B)  indicates a psychological weakness 
C)  typically peaks during early adolescence 
D)  is closely linked to socioeconomic status 
A)  is extremely rare 
B)  indicates a psychological weakness 
C)  typically peaks during early adolescence 
D)  is closely linked to socioeconomic status

Question 5

Match each term with the correct definition.
-Factors that influence and shape self-identity

Accepted Answer

A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds 
A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds

Question 6

Why do thirteen-year-olds typically experience a loss of self-confidence?

Accepted Answer

Thirteen-year-olds face a number of majo

Question 7

What strategies would you recommend to the frustrated parent of a fifteen-year-old who repeatedly argues with his or her parents about curfews?

Accepted Answer

Parents often become exasperated with th

Question 8

What safety issues are especially important for parents of thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds to discuss with their children?

Accepted Answer

Four major safety issues were discussed

Question 9

Match each term with the correct definition.
-Desire to fit in and socialize

Accepted Answer

A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds 
A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds

Question 10

Although adolescents frequently question and reject authority, it is important that parents:

Accepted Answer

A)  punish adolescents whenever they act out or disobey 
B)  let teens know that you care about them and are willing to listen 
C)  take away a desired privilege, such as driving or spending time online 
D)  stop monitoring the teen's behavior and let him or her learn from their experiences 
A)  punish adolescents whenever they act out or disobey 
B)  let teens know that you care about them and are willing to listen 
C)  take away a desired privilege, such as driving or spending time online 
D)  stop monitoring the teen's behavior and let him or her learn from their experiences

Question 11

Match each term with the correct definition.
-Educating teens about warning signs and steps to take if in an abusive relationship

Accepted Answer

A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds 
A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds

Question 12

Explain why adolescents seem to engage in impulsive behaviors and make poor decisions.

Accepted Answer

Certain areas of the brain undergo signi

Question 13

The adolescent's brain has reached full size and maturity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match each term with the correct definition.
-Believing in your own self-importance

Accepted Answer

A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds 
A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds

Question 15

Fifteen- and sixteen-year-olds prefer to spend free time with friends or alone in their room.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

According to Piaget, adolescents are in the ____ stage of cognitive development.

Accepted Answer

A)  preoperational 
B)  concrete operational 
C)  formal operational 
D)  sensorimotor 
A)  preoperational 
B)  concrete operational 
C)  formal operational 
D)  sensorimotor

Question 17

Match each term with the correct definition.
-Sets personal goals that are more focused and realistic

Accepted Answer

A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds 
A) Dating safety 
B) Logical consequences 
C) Peer acceptance 
D) Puberty 
E) Girls
F)Egocentrism
G)Adolescence
H)Culture, family values, social and economic status
I)Scientific reasoning
J)Seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds

Question 18

Which of the following is not likely to empower and improve the adolescent's resilience?

Accepted Answer

A)  physical endurance 
B)  communication skills 
C)  problem-solving abilities 
D)  self-confidence 
A)  physical endurance 
B)  communication skills 
C)  problem-solving abilities 
D)  self-confidence

Question 19

A major developmental task facing seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds is ____________________.

Accepted Answer

planning f

Question 20

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds continue to exhibit concrete operational thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds are interested in serious romantic relationships.

Sixteen-year-olds can be described as having regained much of their earlier self- __________________.

Why are social media so appealing to adolescents?

Depression in teens:

Match each term with the correct definition. -Factors that influence and shape self-identity

Why do thirteen-year-olds typically experience a loss of self-confidence?

What strategies would you recommend to the frustrated parent of a fifteen-year-old who repeatedly argues with his or her parents about curfews?

What safety issues are especially important for parents of thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds to discuss with their children?

Match each term with the correct definition. -Desire to fit in and socialize

Although adolescents frequently question and reject authority, it is important that parents:

Match each term with the correct definition. -Educating teens about warning signs and steps to take if in an abusive relationship

Explain why adolescents seem to engage in impulsive behaviors and make poor decisions.

The adolescent's brain has reached full size and maturity.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Believing in your own self-importance

Fifteen- and sixteen-year-olds prefer to spend free time with friends or alone in their room.

According to Piaget, adolescents are in the ____ stage of cognitive development.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Sets personal goals that are more focused and realistic

Which of the following is not likely to empower and improve the adolescent's resilience?

A major developmental task facing seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds is ____________________.

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds continue to exhibit concrete operational thinking.

Child Development Theories and Data Gathering

Principles of Growth and Development

Prenatal Development

Infancy: Birth to Twelve Months

Toddlerhood: Twelve to Twenty-Four Months

Early Childhood: Three-, Four-, and Five-Year-Olds

Early Childhood: Six-, Seven-, and Eight-Year-Olds

Middle Childhood: Nine-, Ten-, Eleven-, and Twelve-Year-Olds

When and Where to Seek Help

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Exam 9: Adolescence: Thirteen- to Nineteen-Year-Olds

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds are interested in serious romantic relationships.

Sixteen-year-olds can be described as having regained much of their earlier self- __________________.

Why are social media so appealing to adolescents?

Depression in teens:

Match each term with the correct definition. -Factors that influence and shape self-identity

Why do thirteen-year-olds typically experience a loss of self-confidence?

What strategies would you recommend to the frustrated parent of a fifteen-year-old who repeatedly argues with his or her parents about curfews?

What safety issues are especially important for parents of thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds to discuss with their children?

Match each term with the correct definition. -Desire to fit in and socialize

Although adolescents frequently question and reject authority, it is important that parents:

Match each term with the correct definition. -Educating teens about warning signs and steps to take if in an abusive relationship

Explain why adolescents seem to engage in impulsive behaviors and make poor decisions.

The adolescent's brain has reached full size and maturity.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Believing in your own self-importance

Fifteen- and sixteen-year-olds prefer to spend free time with friends or alone in their room.

According to Piaget, adolescents are in the ____ stage of cognitive development.

Match each term with the correct definition. -Sets personal goals that are more focused and realistic

Which of the following is not likely to empower and improve the adolescent's resilience?

A major developmental task facing seventeen- and eighteen-year-olds is ____________________.

Thirteen- and fourteen-year-olds continue to exhibit concrete operational thinking.

Child Development Theories and Data Gathering

Principles of Growth and Development

Prenatal Development

Infancy: Birth to Twelve Months

Toddlerhood: Twelve to Twenty-Four Months

Early Childhood: Three-, Four-, and Five-Year-Olds

Early Childhood: Six-, Seven-, and Eight-Year-Olds

Middle Childhood: Nine-, Ten-, Eleven-, and Twelve-Year-Olds

When and Where to Seek Help

Filters