The Characteristics of the Individual or the Environment That Render

question 39

Multiple Choice

The characteristics of the individual or the environment that render a person more vulnerable to the development of a problem or a disorder are referred to as

• A)predictive factors.
• B)protective factors.
• C)risk factors.
• D)relapse factors.

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Definitions:

Official Statistics

Data collected and published by governmental organizations or institutions, often used for analysis and policy-making.

Incidence

The frequency or rate at which certain events or conditions occur, often used in epidemiology to refer to the number of new cases of a disease or illness appearing in a population during a specific period.

Measure

A method or tool used to quantify, evaluate, or assess a particular factor or variable.

Criminal Activity

Acts that violate laws and are punishable by the state, ranging from minor offenses to serious crimes.