In Today's Society There Are Varieties of Role Models for Youths

question 13

Essay

In today's society there are varieties of role models for youths, including celebrities, athletes, parents, teachers, and peers. Which of these do you think has the greatest effect on adolescent beliefs? Do you think celebrities and athletes who engage in alcohol and/or illegal drug and steroid use influence beliefs conducive to these behaviors?

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Definitions:

Frequency

The rate at which an event or behavior occurs over a specified period of time.

Anecdotal

Pertaining to a short and interesting story or personal account, often used as informal evidence to support a point.

Duration

The total time period during which an event or condition exists or persists.

Reinforcer

Any stimulus that increases the likelihood of a preceding behavior being repeated.