EXPERIENCES OF ADOLESCENCE Flashcards
(21 cards)
What percentage of adolescent in North America suffer from chronic illnesses?
A)20%
B)50%
c) 10%
D) 5%
c) 10%
What percent of adolescence have a chronic illness that affect daily life
A) 1/10
B) 2/3
C) 1/5
A) 1/10
What role does stigma play in the context of adolescents facing health challenges?
A) It has no significant impact on their development.
B) It can exacerbate feelings of isolation and complicate their healing process.
C) It only affects adolescents with chronic illnesses.
D) It encourages adolescents to seek help more frequently.
B) It can exacerbate feelings of isolation and complicate their healing process.
Intergenerational trauma can influence adolescents by:
A) Providing them with a stronger support system.
B) Causing them to develop heightened sensitivity to their health needs.
C) Reducing their awareness of health issues.
D) Encouraging them to ignore their healthcare needs.
B) Causing them to develop heightened sensitivity to their health needs.
hich of the following is a common issue faced by adolescents with chronic illness?
A) Increased time with peers
B) Improved self-esteem
C) Disruption in relationships
D) Enhanced independence
Answer: C) Disruption in relationships
Visibility of an illness can influence:
A) Academic performance
B) Peer relationships
C) Family dynamics
D) Treatment compliance
B) Peer relationships
Which type of illness may cause more anxiety due to its visibility?
A) Discreditable conditions
B) Discredited conditions
C) Chronic conditions
D) Acute conditions
B) Discredited conditions
A chronic illness with unpredictable effects is generally considered:
A) Less stressful than a predictable illness
B) More stressful than a chronic illness with persistent symptoms
C) Easier to manage
D) Less impactful on mental health
B) More stressful than a chronic illness with persistent symptoms
Non-compliance with treatment in adolescents can be influenced by:
A) High levels of self-esteem
B) Anger or self-conscious feelings
C) Strong family support
D) Knowledge of health benefits
B) Anger or self-conscious feelings
Risk-taking behavior in adolescents is often attributed to:
A) Increased cognitive abilities
B) A belief in their invulnerability to risks
C) Lack of awareness of health issues
D) Strong decision-making skills
B) A belief in their invulnerability to risks
Shared health decision-making is suggested to improve:
A) Treatment compliance
B) Stigma
C) Independence
D) Peer relationships
A) Treatment compliance
Which factor can determine the psychological effect of chronic illness?
A) Severity of treatment
B) Type and degree of physical impairment
C) Duration of illness
D) Access to healthcare
B) Type and degree of physical impairment
he uncertainty about the course of a disease can be:
A) Less stressful than knowing the prognosis
B) More stressful than certain death
C) Ignored by adolescents
D) Easily managed
B) More stressful than certain death
Self-esteem issues in adolescents with chronic illness are often related to:
A) Academic performance
B) Acceptance by peers
C) Family support
D) Treatment success
B) Acceptance by peers
The impact of chronic illness on independence is primarily due to:
A) Increased parental support
B) Improved health management
C) Greater social activities
D) Resistance from parents
D) Resistance from parents
The psychological stress of chronic illness can be influenced by:
A) The visibility of the illness
B) The age of onset
C) The treatment duration
D) The family history of illness
A) The visibility of the illness
Adolescents with “invisible diseases” may struggle with:
A) Better social acceptance
B) Increased understanding from peers
C) Misunderstandings about their condition
D) Easier treatment compliance
C) Misunderstandings about their condition
Which of the following factors increases stress for adolescents with chronic illness?
A) Regular treatment schedules
B) Predictable symptoms
C) High costs of treatment
D) Supportive friendships
C) High costs of treatment
Effective management of chronic illness in adolescents often requires:
A) Independence from parental support
B) Shared decision-making with healthcare providers
C) Isolation from peers
D) Avoidance of treatment
B) Shared decision-making with healthcare providers
he most significant challenge for adolescents with chronic illnesses is:
A) Academic performance
B) Gaining independence
C) Maintaining friendships
D) Managing treatment
Answer: B) Gaining independence
