What Is the Impact of School in an Adolescent's Development

question 35

Multiple Choice

What is the impact of school in an adolescent's development of resiliency?

• A) Disengagement in school is a protective factor that promotes adjustment and resiliency.
• B) Active engagement at school is a protective factor that promotes adjustment and resiliency.
• C) Disengagement in school aids in the development of adolescent resiliency.
• D) Active engagement in school decreases an adolescent's development of resiliency.

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Definitions:

GABA

Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, a neurotransmitter in the brain that inhibits nerve transmission, playing a key role in reducing neuronal excitability and anxiety.

Serotonin Metabolism

The biological process by which the neurotransmitter serotonin is produced, used, and broken down in the body.

SSRI

Stand for Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, a class of drugs used to treat depression by increasing the level of serotonin in the brain.

Paroxetine

A medication commonly used to treat depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions, belonging to the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) class.