Unstructured Time and Engagement in Passive Activities Are Problematic for All

Multiple Choice

Unstructured time and engagement in passive activities are problematic for all adolescents; however, adolescents with disabilities participate in more passive activities than their nondisabled peers. Occupational therapy practitioners would discourage passive activities because:

A) Passive activities are boring and are more likely to lead to drug use and poor health outcomes.
B) Extracurricular activities are essential for positive nonfamily relationships.
C) Adolescents who engage in passive activities have few friends.
D) High levels of television and computer activities, common passive activities, are associated with an increased level of violence and antisocial behaviors.