Which Is a Reason That the Problems of Incarcerated Girls

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which is a reason that the problems of incarcerated girls can be more acute than those of boys?

• A) Adolescent female delinquents face few challenges with parenting and other interpersonal relationships.
• B) Girls have lower rates of depression than boys throughout adolescence.
• C) Adolescent girls who come into contact with the juvenile justice system report low levels of abuse and trauma.
• D) The substance-abuse treatment needs of girls involved in the juvenile justice system are particularly acute.

---

Definitions:

Distant Future

A point in time that is far ahead from the present moment, often encompassing years or generations ahead.

Near Future

A time period that is shortly ahead, encompassing events that are expected to happen soon but have not yet occurred.

Ironic Processing

The idea that the more we try not to think about something, the more those thoughts enter our mind and distract us from other things.

Distract Us

Activities or stimuli that divert attention away from a primary task or focus.