Question 1

Ren is experiencing hikikomori. For the past six months, he has stayed in his room almost all the time because of his anxiety regarding the social and academic pressures of college. Ren MOST likely lives in _____.
A) the United States
B) Brazil
C) Japan
D) Sweden

Accepted Answer

Hikikomori is a phenomenon that is most commonly associated with Japan, where individuals, often teenagers or young adults, withdraw from social life and isolate themselves in their rooms for an extended period of time. Therefore, Ren most likely lives in Japan.

Question 2

A vector is _____.
A) a person who dies from a disease
B) a type of sexually transmitted disease
C) a person who spreads a disease
D) someone who has a communicable illness

Accepted Answer

A vector is an organism, typically an insect or a tick, that spreads a disease from one host to another. It does not refer to a person with a disease themselves.

Question 3

The view that psychological disorders are produced by the interaction of a genetic vulnerability and environmental factors and life events is referred to as the "_____."
A) gene-environment model
B) gene-stress model
C) diathesis-environment model
D) diathesis-stress model

Accepted Answer

The diathesis-stress model proposes that psychological disorders are the result of a combination of a genetic vulnerability (diathesis) and environmental factors and life events (stress). This model suggests that individuals with a genetic predisposition for a disorder may only develop the disorder if they experience certain environmental stressors that trigger the onset of symptoms.

Question 4

Most emerging adults think that _____ is the purpose of sex.
A) reproduction
B) retaliation
C) relationship
D) recreation

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that most emerging adults believe that the purpose of sex is to enhance the emotional bond between partners and strengthen their relationship. This is in line with the increased emphasis on intimacy and committed relationships among this age group. While some may also view sex as a form of recreation, the majority prioritize the emotional connection and see sex as a way to deepen their relationship with their partner. Fewer emerging adults view sex as solely for reproduction or retaliation.

Question 5

Layla has not been interested in even her favorite activities for several weeks. She has trouble sleeping and concentrating. She has also felt very hopeless about the future. Layla may be experiencing _____.
A) schizophrenia
B) major depression
C) social phobia
D) mania

Accepted Answer

Layla's symptoms of loss of interest in activities, trouble sleeping and concentrating, and feeling hopeless about the future are all indicative of major depression. Schizophrenia involves symptoms such as hallucinations and delusions, social phobia involves intense fear and avoidance of social situations, and mania involves elevated mood and energy levels.

Question 6

Largely due to the sexual activities of young adults, _____ has become a worldwide epidemic.
A) premarital sex
B) HIV
C) teenage pregnancy
D) contraception

Accepted Answer

HIV has become a worldwide epidemic largely due to the sexual activities of young adults. While premarital sex, teenage pregnancy, and contraception are related to sexual activity, they do not directly contribute to the spread of HIV on a global scale.

Question 7

Janel is a 19-year-old who has developed a fear of interacting with people. She is most likely experiencing _____.
A) schizophrenia
B) major depression
C) social phobia
D) OCD

Accepted Answer

Janel is exhibiting symptoms of social phobia, which is characterized by a persistent fear of one or more social situations in which the person is exposed to unfamiliar people or to the possible scrutiny of others, resulting in anxiety or panic attacks. Schizophrenia, major depression, and OCD are all separate mental health disorders with different symptoms and diagnostic criteria that do not match Janel's symptoms.

Question 8

Diagnosis of _____ is most common from ages 18 to 24, with men more likely to develop the disorder than women.
A) schizophrenia
B) post-traumatic stress disorder
C) anxiety
D) bipolar

Accepted Answer

Schizophrenia is most commonly diagnosed in young adulthood, typically between ages 18 and 24. Men are more likely to develop the disorder than women.

Question 9

Which individual is most likely to be an STI vector?
A) Michael, age 15
B) Thomas, age 23
C) Dean, age 39
D) Ross, age 55

Accepted Answer

Generally, individuals who are sexually active, have multiple sexual partners, and do not practice safe sex are at a higher risk of being an STI vector. Out of the given options, Thomas (age 23) is most likely sexually active and possibly engaging in risky sexual behaviors, compared to Michael (age 15) who is likely less sexually experienced, Dean (age 39) who may be in a monogamous relationship, and Ross (age 55) who may be less sexually active.

Question 10

Shaun has just taken a position as an emergency room nurse. He is likely to notice _____.
A) an absence of emerging adults in the emergency room
B) emerging adults who do not respond to typical doses of medications
C) emerging adults with a variety of injuries
D) emerging adults suffering from heart disease, cancer, and stroke

Accepted Answer

As an emergency room nurse, Shaun is likely to encounter emerging adults with a variety of injuries such as accidents, trauma, and other acute health problems that require immediate attention. The other options (A, B, and D) are less common or not associated with emergency room patients in general.

Question 11

Which emerging adult is more likely to experience psychopathology?
A) Jana, who has a family history of depression and recently experienced a romantic relationship breakup
B) Brody, who just lost his job but is using the extra time to study for his college classes
C) Kevin, who has a family history of anxiety and is working part-time in the college library
D) Allison, who has a supportive family and is earning good grades in her college classes

Accepted Answer

Jana has both a family history of depression and has just gone through a significant romantic relationship breakup, both of which are risk factors for developing psychopathology. The other options do not have as many risk factors for psychopathology.

Question 12

About _____ of U.S. residents below the age of 25 experience anxiety disorders.
A) one-eighth
B) one-fourth
C) one-third
D) one-half

Accepted Answer

Approximately one-fourth of U.S. residents below the age of 25 experience anxiety disorders, according to mental health statistics.

Question 13

Which phenomenon has contributed to the worldwide spread of sexually transmitted infections?
A) serial monogamy
B) international travel
C) localized prostitution
D) modern contraception

Accepted Answer

International travel has contributed to the spread of sexually transmitted infections as it allows for the quick and easy movement of people across borders, facilitating the transmission of infections across different regions and countries.

Question 14

Before they reach age 30, about _____ percent of U.S. residents suffer from a mood disorder, such as mania, bipolar disorder, or major depression.
A) 8
B) 25
C) 50
D) 90

Accepted Answer

The answer of Before they reach age 30, about _____...

Question 15

Young males have always experienced what demographers call a(n) _____ at about age 20.
A) psychosocial crisis
B) psychological moratorium
C) accident hump
D) gender swap

Accepted Answer

The accident hump refers to a increase in risky behavior and accidents among young males around the age 20 as they reach the peak of physical abilities but may lack experience and judgment. The other options (psychosocial crisis, psychological moratorium, gender swap) are not applicable or relevant to this phenomenon.

Question 16

Jorge spends his weekends engaged in freestyle motocross. Jorge is participating in a(n) _____ sport.
A) spiritual
B) extreme
C) illegal
D) college

Accepted Answer

Freestyle motocross is considered an extreme sport, as it involves performing dangerous and daring tricks on a motorcycle in mid-air.

Question 17

Which of the following increases the risk of schizophrenia?
A) being an only child
B) college stress
C) drug use
D) cigarette smoking in adolescence

Accepted Answer

Drug use, particularly marijuana and other hallucinogens, has been shown to increase the risk of developing schizophrenia or triggering its onset in individuals who are already at higher risk due to genetic or environmental factors. College stress and cigarette smoking in adolescence have not been consistently linked to an increased risk of schizophrenia, while being an only child is not a risk factor at all.

Question 18

Peyton is thinking about why she has sex and concludes that it is because she wants to strengthen her bond with her partner. Peyton's attitude about sex falls into which category?
A) reproduction
B) retaliation
C) relationship
D) recreation

Accepted Answer

Peyton's attitude about sex is focused on strengthening her bond with her partner, which falls under the category of relationship. The other options (reproduction, retaliation, recreation) do not fit with her reasoning for having sex.

Question 19

According to the text, which of the following is NOT likely to contribute to increased instances of psychopathology in emerging adults?
A) greater sexual freedom
B) high unemployment
C) less parental day-to-day involvement
D) more education

Accepted Answer

The text states that more education can have a protective effect against psychopathology in emerging adults. Therefore, it is not likely to contribute to increased instances of psychopathology.

Question 20

On average, well-being increases in emerging adulthood, as does the incidence of _____.
A) night terrors
B) physical ailments
C) vivid dreams
D) psychopathology

Accepted Answer

The question is asking for the factor that increases along with well-being during emerging adulthood. While options A, B, and C do not have a clear link with emerging adulthood, research suggests that the incidence of psychopathology does increase during this period. This is partly due to the increased stress and challenges that come with adjusting to adult roles, and partly due to the fact that mental health disorders often first manifest during this time period. Hence, option D - psychopathology - is the correct choice.

Quiz 17: Emerging Adulthood: Biosocial Development

Ren is experiencing hikikomori. For the past six months, he has stayed in his room almost all the time because of his anxiety regarding the social and academic pressures of college. Ren MOST likely lives in _____.

A vector is _____.

The view that psychological disorders are produced by the interaction of a genetic vulnerability and environmental factors and life events is referred to as the "_____."

Most emerging adults think that _____ is the purpose of sex.

Layla has not been interested in even her favorite activities for several weeks. She has trouble sleeping and concentrating. She has also felt very hopeless about the future. Layla may be experiencing _____.

Largely due to the sexual activities of young adults, _____ has become a worldwide epidemic.

Janel is a 19-year-old who has developed a fear of interacting with people. She is most likely experiencing _____.

Diagnosis of _____ is most common from ages 18 to 24, with men more likely to develop the disorder than women.

Which individual is most likely to be an STI vector?

Shaun has just taken a position as an emergency room nurse. He is likely to notice _____.

Which emerging adult is more likely to experience psychopathology?

About _____ of U.S. residents below the age of 25 experience anxiety disorders.

Which phenomenon has contributed to the worldwide spread of sexually transmitted infections?

Before they reach age 30, about _____ percent of U.S. residents suffer from a mood disorder, such as mania, bipolar disorder, or major depression.

Young males have always experienced what demographers call a(n) _____ at about age 20.

Jorge spends his weekends engaged in freestyle motocross. Jorge is participating in a(n) _____ sport.

Which of the following increases the risk of schizophrenia?

Peyton is thinking about why she has sex and concludes that it is because she wants to strengthen her bond with her partner. Peyton's attitude about sex falls into which category?

According to the text, which of the following is NOT likely to contribute to increased instances of psychopathology in emerging adults?

On average, well-being increases in emerging adulthood, as does the incidence of _____.