Research with animals suggests that compared with adults, adolescents are ________ to the negative effects of alcohol intoxication—such as sedation, hangover, and loss of coordination.
A. More sensitive
B. Less sensitive
C. Not at all sensitive
D. None of the above
It's not A. and C. It's probably C., right?
I just re-did my test, and got a score of 100. The answer is B.
I meant to write "It's probably B., right?"
My experience is Teens are much more sensitive, partly due to body weight (blood alcohol content is easier to increase for smaller bodies), and partly due to the inherent lack of judgement in young minds. Insurance companies certainly look harshly at teen drinkers.
I am not certain how an "animal" study can indicate anything about teen drinking vs adult drinking.
@bobpursley, I didn't get the "animal" study thing either. You're not supposed to pay attention to it though. It's just to confuse you. In my text, it said that teens are less sensitive to the alcohol affects compared to adults.
So it is B.
But thank you for your help!
The answer is B, Less sensitive.
Yes, Danielle.
To determine the answer to this question, we need to consider the information obtained from research with animals. The question asks about the sensitivity of adolescents compared to adults to the negative effects of alcohol intoxication.
To find the answer, you can engage in a literature review of scientific studies that have specifically investigated the impact of alcohol intoxication on adolescents and adults. This can be done by:
1. Accessing academic databases: Start by searching in reputable scientific databases such as PubMed, ScienceDirect, or Google Scholar. These platforms host a wide range of scientific articles and studies.
2. Selecting relevant keywords: Use specific keywords related to your research question, such as "adolescents alcohol sensitivity" or "adolescent alcohol intoxication effects." This will help narrow down your search and retrieve more relevant results.
3. Reviewing research articles: Read through the abstracts, methodology sections, and results of the studies you find to find information on the sensitivity of adolescents compared to adults to the negative effects of alcohol intoxication. Pay attention to the sample sizes, methodologies, and statistical analyses used in each study to gauge the reliability of the findings.
Based on the research information you find, you can determine whether adolescents are more sensitive, less sensitive, not at all sensitive, or none of the above to the negative effects of alcohol intoxication compared to adults.
Since you stated that it is not A (More sensitive) and C (Not at all sensitive), you are correct in eliminating those options. Therefore, the correct answer is likely B (Less sensitive) based on your reasoning. However, it is important to consult the research literature to verify this conclusion.