Which of the Following Best Describes Substance Use Among American

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes substance use among American adolescents?

• A) Most smoke cigarettes at least once, but never use alcohol.
• B) All substance use is uncommon among American adolescents.
• C) Other than alcohol, cigarettes, and marijuana, substance use is uncommon.
• D) A large proportion of adolescents experiment with substances such as amphetamines, cocaine, and Ecstasy.

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Definitions:

Deindividuation

A psychological state characterized by diminished self-consciousness, reduced self-awareness, and weakened social norms, often leading to impulsive and deviant behavior.

Anonymity

The state of being anonymous, where an individual's identity is unknown or concealed.

Groups

Collections of individuals who interact with one another, share similar characteristics, and collectively have a sense of unity or identity.

Investment Model

A theory in social psychology that examines how commitment in relationships is affected by satisfaction, quality of alternatives, and investments made into the relationship.