Caitlin,age 17,wants to Move Out of Her Home and Move

question 24

Multiple Choice

Caitlin,age 17,wants to move out of her home and move in with her 20-year-old friend,Liza.Caitlin's parents have gradually allowed her to have a car and a part-time job and to make her own decisions about her activities,but they forbid her to move out at this time.No matter how hard Caitlin pushes,her parents remain firm.This example illustrates

• A)an authoritarian,controlling parenting style.
• B)relinquishing control in areas where the adolescent can make mature decisions.
• C)parental fear of the "empty nest."
• D)alienation of family members.

---

Definitions:

Marijuana Smokers

Individuals who inhale the smoke or vapor of marijuana, a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant, for recreational or medicinal purposes.

Heroin

An illegal, highly addictive opioid drug derived from morphine, known for its euphoric effects but also responsible for serious health risks and addiction.

Cocaine

A powerful and illegal stimulant drug derived from the coca plant, commonly abused for its euphoric effects.

Overdose

Overdose is the ingestion or application of a substance in quantities greater than recommended, leading to serious health consequences or death.