Unstructured Time and Engagement in Passive Activities Are Problematic for All

question 6

Multiple Choice

Unstructured time and engagement in passive activities are problematic for all adolescents; however, adolescents with disabilities participate in more passive activities than their nondisabled peers. Occupational therapy practitioners would discourage passive activities because:

• A) Passive activities are boring and are more likely to lead to drug use and poor health outcomes.
• B) Extracurricular activities are essential for positive nonfamily relationships.
• C) Adolescents who engage in passive activities have few friends.
• D) High levels of television and computer activities, common passive activities, are associated with an increased level of violence and antisocial behaviors.

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