Researchers Say That One of the Pathways by Which Adolescents

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Multiple Choice

Researchers say that one of the pathways by which adolescents who feel discriminated against experience negative mental health outcomes is that adolescents who feel discriminated against

• A) in school may feel less control over their academic achievement, which may lead to feelings of depression.
• B) put less effort into their schoolwork, which may lead to feelings of worthlessness and self-hatred.
• C) isolate themselves from their families, which may lead to feelings of despair.
• D) are afraid to present their "true self," which may lead to difficulties with peers.

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