Which Program Is Likely to Be Most Effective in Preventing

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which program is likely to be most effective in preventing teenage pregnancy?

• A)A program that focuses on providing teenagers with contraceptives.
• B)A program that teaches the facts about sex and reproduction but also stresses responsible sexual behaviour or abstaining from premarital sex.
• C)A program that aims to rid our schools and popular culture of sexual references.
• D)No programs have been able to successfully teach adolescents responsible sexual behaviour.

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Definitions:

Anxiety Disorders

A group of mental health disorders characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, apprehension, and worry that is difficult to control, causing significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

A mental health disorder characterized by pervasive and exaggerated worry about multiple aspects of life, beyond what is warranted by the situation.

Cognitive-behavioral Explanation

An approach that combines cognitive and behavioral techniques to treat psychological disorders, emphasizing the role of thoughts and behaviors in the development and maintenance of problems.

Panic Attack

A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety and physical symptoms, based on a perceived threat rather than imminent danger.