Which of the Following Adolescents Is Most at Risk of Mental

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following adolescents is most at risk of mental health problems?

• A) Mason, a 13-year-old homeless boy
• B) Angelica, a 15-year-old girl living with a single mother
• C) Uri, a 12-year-old boy living with his mother and stepfather
• D) Ji-woo, a 14-year-old girl whose parents are having financial difficulties

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Definitions:

Contact Hypothesis

A theory which posits that under certain conditions, interpersonal contact is one of the most effective ways to reduce prejudice between majority and minority group members.

Operant Behavior

Behavior that operates on, or manipulates, the environment.

Respondent Behavior

Behavior that occurs as an automatic response to some stimulus, often conditioned by previous experiences.

Maladaptive Behavior

Actions or tendencies that negatively affect an individual's ability to function adequately in work, relationships, or other areas of life.