What is meant by gateway substances? What is one example of a gateway substance? What is wrong with assuming that using a gateway substance causes an increased use of other substances?
What will be an ideal response?
A gateway substance (e.g., cigarettes) is one that is used before illicit substances and the use of which is associated with increased likelihood of later use of illicit substances. Assuming a person is generally more likely to engage in deviant or problem behavior, the apparent gateway substance might just be the easiest thing for a young person to start with, so it is most likely to be the first. Bonus: discussion of whether preventing or delaying cigarette smoking would reduce later use of marijuana or other substances.
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What is the Triangular Theory of Balancing Work and Family?
What will be an ideal response?
_____ parents have typically focused on academic achievement and the importance of hard work to achieve the American Dream
a. Socialite b. Middle-class c. Upper-class d. Elite
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What will be an ideal response?