7.5.1 - Adolescence and Drug/Alcohol Abuse
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Practice Questions
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Define adolescence.
💡 Hint: Think about the age range and the changes taking place.
What is one reason why teens may try drugs or alcohol?
💡 Hint: Consider what teenagers are often feeling during this phase.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What age range is commonly associated with adolescence?
💡 Hint: Think about the transition from childhood.
True or False: Media exposure has no impact on adolescent substance use.
💡 Hint: Consider the messages popular media conveys.
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Challenge Problems
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Get into a group and discuss how each of the factors—curiosity, peer pressure, media influence—contributes to adolescent drug use. Develop a presentation outlining your findings.
💡 Hint: Consider real-life scenarios.
Evaluate a case study of a teen struggling with substance abuse and propose an intervention plan that addresses peer pressure and family dynamics.
💡 Hint: Take a multi-faceted approach, considering community resources.
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