Child Psychology Exam Prep

Category - Child Psychology

Community psychology uses organized community programs to support the prevention and treatment of mental disorders. Prevention is divided into three levels, primary, secondary, and tertiary. Which of the following is an example of primary prevention?
  1. Twelve-step programs
  2. Drug and alcohol education
  3. Emergency hotlines
  4. Screening children for disabilities
Explanation
Answer: B - Primary prevention aims to reduce incidence of diseases and disorders by preventing (or reducing) their onset. Drug and alcohol education is an example of primary prevention because it aims to educate individuals about substance addiction before they develop a problem.
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