Which of the Following Statements About Adolescent Sleep Is TRUE

question 131

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about adolescent sleep is TRUE?

• A) Sleep hormones are secreted two hours earlier than in childhood.
• B) Adolescents need more sleep than children.
• C) Age is related to melatonin secretions, but pubertal status is not.
• D) all of the above

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Definitions:

Positive Reinforcement

The process of encouraging or increasing a behavior by following it with a positive stimulus.

Regressive Coping

A defense mechanism where an individual responds to stress by reverting to behaviors typical of an earlier stage of development.

Punishment

A consequence given in response to an unwanted behavior, intended to decrease the likelihood of that behavior occurring again.

Contingency

A future event or circumstance that is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty, often requiring planning for various outcomes.