What Is a Scientifically Valid Concern Regarding Adolescents' Media Use

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is a scientifically valid concern regarding adolescents' media use?

• A) Adolescents who use the Internet for socializing are at a high risk of being the victim of unwanted sexual attention.
• B) Adolescents who frequently use the Internet experience detrimental effects on their mental health.
• C) The amount of time adolescents spend watching TV and playing video games is inversely linked to the amount of time they spend in physical activity.
• D) The increased time spent on the Internet has had a negative effect on adolescents' social development and relationships.

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