The Most Significant Individual Risk Factor for Predicting Later Delinquency

question 30

Multiple Choice

The most significant individual risk factor for predicting later delinquency is:

• A) early anti-social behavior
• B) abuse
• C) fear of abandonment
• D) neglect

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Definitions:

Competition

A situation in which two or more parties strive for a goal that cannot be shared, such as winning a race or achieving market dominance.

Success

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose, often recognized by societal standards and personal fulfillment.

Anxiety

A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Chemical Imbalance

A theory suggesting that mental health conditions are associated with changes in the brain's chemical systems.