Adolescent Drug Experimentation __________

question 30

Multiple Choice

Adolescent drug experimentation __________.

• A) is a normal part of adolescence and, therefore, is not a cause for concern
• B) should not be taken lightly because a single heavy dose can lead to permanent injury or death
• C) is less concerning than adolescent drinking because most drugs do not impair perception or thought processes
• D) is concerning because most teenagers who try alcohol, tobacco, or marijuana are headed for a life of addiction

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Definitions:

Encoding

Encoding in communication is the process of converting ideas into a message using symbols, words, or gestures to convey information to another.

Decoding

The process of interpreting and understanding the meaning of information received in communication.

Interpreting

The process of understanding and explaining the meaning of information, actions, or events.

Mimicking

The act of imitating or replicating the behavior, actions, or sounds of another person or entity, often to learn or blend into an environment.