Females Are More Likely Than Males to Use Illegal Drugs

question 25

Multiple Choice

Females are more likely than males to use illegal drugs _____,whereas men are more likely to use illegal drugs for excitement.

• A) to cope with depression and other psychological distress, often stemming from sexual abuse
• B) to impress their friends and gain respect among their cohort
• C) in order to increase their ability to stay alert and supervise their children
• D) as a means of escaping poverty and finding economic success

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