Which of the Following Is an Example of Prevention

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of prevention?

• A) banning lead and other toxic substances that can damage the brain
• B) relieving schizophrenia by providing drugs that alter brain activity
• C) hospitalizing depressed people to prevent them from having additional depressing experiences
• D) providing counseling to prevent young alcoholics from developing a more serious problem

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Definitions:

Negative Emotions

Feelings that are generally considered to be unpleasant or undesirable, such as sadness, anger, fear, or jealousy.

Heart Disease

A range of conditions that affect the heart, including blood vessel diseases, heart rhythm problems (arrhythmias), and heart defects among others.

Heart Disease

A group of disorders that affect the heart and blood vessels, often related to atherosclerosis or the buildup of plaque in the arterial walls.

Hormonal Dysfunction

A condition where there is an imbalance or improper functioning of hormones in the body, potentially affecting various bodily systems.