A Recent Meta-Analysis Showed That Higher Levels of Parental Monitoring

question 13

Multiple Choice

A recent meta-analysis showed that higher levels of parental monitoring and rule enforcement were linked to:

• A) strained parental relationships and increased tension.
• B) higher academic scores and increased parental conflict.
• C) delinquency and rebellion.
• D) greater use of condoms and later initiation of sexual intercourse.

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Definitions:

Relaxation

The state or process of becoming less tense, anxious, or stressed; often involves activities or techniques that promote this state.

Type A

A behavior pattern characterized by competitiveness, urgency, aggression, and an heightened stress response.

Stressor

A stressor is any event or situation that triggers physical or psychological stress.

Environmental Event

An occurrence within the environment that can influence the behavior or psychological state of an individual or group.