What Might Be the Consequences for Adolescents Who Engage in Activities

question 11

Multiple Choice

What might be the consequences for adolescents who engage in activities such as cutting, excessive piercings and tattoos, or extreme weight loss?

• A) Nothing, this is typical adolescent behavior designed to help them become individuals
• B) This promotes a level of satisfaction and connectedness with peers
• C) This may further alienate vulnerable teens from mainstream society
• D) This helps them identify with a group of peers and gives them control over their bodies

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