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sarasara · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Adolescents who are dying are likely to be concerned with their appearance (e.g., loss of weight, loss of hair). This is most likely because

a. they are in denial about their illness and are trying to focus on other things.
b. they have a strong desire to continue to be dependent on parents and peers.
c. their concern over appearance is a common theme among adolescents.
d. they are probably unaware that they are dying.

Question 2

Adam could barely drag himself out of bed in the morning and get to the school bus stop on time. In class, Adam would often take a little nap, particularly in the mornings. Name some policy changes that might be made to avoid the potential negative consequences of sleep deprivation and daytime sleepiness in teens.

Fill in the blank with correct word.

frogdreck123456 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

Policy changes that might be made to avoid the potential negative consequences of sleep deprivation and daytime sleepiness in teens
Educate children at the outset of puberty about sleep cycles.
Encourage teens to reduce stimulating activities and light exposure at night.
Recommend that schools and parents limit late-evening social or academic activities.
Encourage parents to set an appropriate bedtime that allows 8 to 9 hours of sleep.
Encourage school districts to start the school day later.