Question

THINK ABOO Risk Behaviors in Adolescent:s 10 ac The mortality rate for adolescents lage 15-18 years) is five times higher than it is for school-age children (age 5-14 years). Currently, suicide is the second leading cause of death in adolescents (National Center for Health Statistics 2014) Thirty-four percent of adolescents in the United States report being currently sexually active, and of those who are sexually active, 14% report not using any method of birth control (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC),2014b What growth and developmental factors make adolescents susceptible to engaging in risky behaviors? What anticipatory guidance and strategies might be offered to adolescents and their families to prevent this risky behavior?

Answer 1

1.Cultural and social context in which young people develop is one of the influencing factor. Families economic back ground, influence of parents and relationship with the family members. Also hormonal production and behavior impulses brain development also has got strong connections with serious problems emerging during adolescence.

2.Strengthen family functioning

Strong interaction between students and their schools

Strong support for the children and youth from the communities

Develop sustained relationship with caring adults.

Develop Social and economic competence

High quality education during early and middle childhood.