Which Is Considered a Risk Factor for Substance Abuse in Adolescence

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which is considered a risk factor for substance abuse in adolescence?

• A) psychological factors
• B) hormonal factors
• C) political factors
• D) educational factors

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Definitions:

Positivist Perspective

An approach in sociology that emphasizes the use of scientific methods to understand society by observing social facts and relationships objectively.

Biological Traits

Characteristics or features of organisms passed from one generation to the next through DNA, such as eye color, blood type, or predisposition to certain health conditions.

Psychological Traits

Enduring characteristics of individuals, manifested in their behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, that distinguish them from others.

Constructionists

Individuals or theorists who support the concept of social constructionism, which posits that many aspects of our reality and social norms are created by societal agreements rather than inherent truths.