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Question 1

injury

Answer 1

• refers to range of cause of mortality and morbidity (traffic accidents, suicide and poisoning, falls, violence and drowning)
• all are considered preventable
• contributing factors: independence, risky behaviours, peer acceptance

Question 2

alcohol use

Answer 2

• many experiment with alcohol
• damage to hippocampus and prefrontal cortex (planning, judgement, decisions)
• contributing factors: drinking culture, peer acceptance, exposure

Question 3

illicit drug use

Answer 3

• many experiment with drugs
• lead to short and long term effects (internal organ damage and depression)
• contributing factors: peer pressure, feelings of pleasure, risk taking

Question 4

smoking

Answer 4

• nicotine is the addictive drug in tobacco smoke
• can lead to later health problems (cancer)
• contributing factors: underestimate the risks, exposure, advertising

Question 5

weight issues

Answer 5

• being both overweight and underweight can lead to health problems (type 2 diabetes and delayed puberty)
• contributing factors: imbalanced diet, screen time, lifestyle choices

Question 6

sexual health

Answer 6

• about STI’s, sexual relationships, safety and respect

- contributing factors: lack of knoelwedge, lack of communication, inconsistent use of protection

Question 7

stress

Answer 7

• response to pressure or threat
• many feel tense, nervous, on edge
• contributing factors: relationships, expectations, school work