CPP CPP Risk & Protective Factors

Question 1

Which of the following is considered a risk factor for substance use among adolescents?

Accepted Answer

Early initiation of drug use

Answer

Early initiation of drug use is a well-documented risk factor that significantly increases the likelihood of developing a substance use disorder later in life.

Question 2

Which domain does 'positive family communication' fall under when classified as a protective factor?

Accepted Answer

Family domain

Answer

Positive family communication is a family-domain protective factor that buffers youth against substance use and other risk behaviors.

Question 3

In the risk and protective factor framework, what does 'resilience' most accurately describe?

Accepted Answer

Ability to bounce back from adversity despite risk exposure

Answer

Resilience refers to an individual's capacity to adapt positively and recover from adverse conditions even when significant risk factors are present.

Question 4

Which of the following best describes a 'promotive factor' in prevention science?

Accepted Answer

A factor associated with positive outcomes regardless of risk level

Answer

Promotive factors are directly associated with positive outcomes and beneficial development regardless of the level of risk present in a population.

Question 5

The Social Development Model suggests that reducing problem behavior requires strengthening which combination of elements?

Accepted Answer

Opportunities, skills, and recognition

Answer

The Social Development Model holds that bonding — which deters problem behavior — is built through opportunities for involvement, skills to participate, and recognition for participation.

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CPP CPP Risk & Protective Factors