One of the Maladaptive Coping Strategies Used by Adolescents Is

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Multiple Choice

One of the maladaptive coping strategies used by adolescents is self-injury such as cutting. Use of this coping strategy suggests ________.

• A)suicidal intention
• B)the need to self-medicate
• C)the seeking of temporary relief from anxiety or stress
• D)a precursor to harming others

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Definitions:

Medications

Substances used to diagnose, treat, or prevent disease and improve health conditions.

Priority Action

The most important or immediately necessary task or response in a given situation, especially in healthcare or emergency settings.

Safe Storage

Measures or precautions taken to ensure that dangerous or sensitive items, such as medications or firearms, are kept securely and out of reach of unauthorized persons.

Geriatric Alcohol Abuse

The excessive consumption of alcohol by older adults, which can exacerbate health problems and interfere with medications.