Which Alternative Below Best Approximates the Frequency of Adolescent Suicide

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which alternative below best approximates the frequency of adolescent suicide?

• A)It is the leading cause of death among teenagers; every 30 minutes,a teenager commits suicide.
• B)It is among the top five leading causes of death among teenagers; every 90 minutes,a teenager commits suicide.
• C)It is among the top 10 leading causes of death among teenagers; every 2 hours,a teenager commits suicide.
• D)It is actually less common than one might think and is not among the top 10 leading causes of death among adolescents.

---

Definitions:

Free Association

A psychoanalytic process where the patient speaks freely to expose repressed thoughts and feelings, facilitating healing and insight.

Humanistic

Humanistic psychology emphasizes the inherent goodness of individuals and their potential for personal growth, focusing on subjective experiences and the importance of choice and self-determination.

Anti-Anxiety Agents

Medications designed to reduce symptoms of anxiety by affecting the brain's chemical balance, improving feelings of well-being.

Neurotransmitters

Chemicals in the nervous system that transmit signals from one neuron to another, playing key roles in various bodily and psychological functions.