It's important to learn refusal skills primarily to avoid situations in which alcohol is present and remain alcohol free. Having strong refusal skills helps individuals confidently say no to peer pressure and make choices that align with their values and health goals. Additionally, while understanding how peer pressure works can be beneficial, feeling accepted by others or feeling worse about oneself for sticking to one's beliefs are not strong reasons for learning refusal skills. The focus should be on making healthy choices and asserting personal boundaries.
Why is it important to learn refusal skills?
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in order to understand how peer pressure works
in order to understand how peer pressure works
so you can feel accepted by others around you
so you can feel accepted by others around you
to avoid situations in which alcohol is present and remain alcohol free
to avoid situations in which alcohol is present and remain alcohol free
you will feel worse about yourself for sticking to your beliefs
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Which question is not a helpful one to ask yourself when preparing for peer pressure?
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Are there any friends who can help me stick to my decision?
Are there any friends who can help me stick to my decision?
How can I come across as friendly to everyone?
How can I come across as friendly to everyone?
In what situations will I most likely encounter pressure to drink?
In what situations will I most likely encounter pressure to drink?
Why are my friends pressuring me to drink?
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Are there any friends who can help me stick to my decision?
Are there any friends who can help me stick to my decision?
How can I come across as friendly to everyone?
How can I come across as friendly to everyone?
In what situations will I most likely encounter pressure to drink?
In what situations will I most likely encounter pressure to drink?
Why are my friends pressuring me to drink?
The question that is not a helpful one to ask yourself when preparing for peer pressure is: "How can I come across as friendly to everyone?"
While it's important to maintain good relationships with friends, this question may lead you to compromise your values or give in to peer pressure in order to be perceived positively. The other questions focus on understanding your support system, anticipating situations where peer pressure may arise, and understanding the motivations behind your friends' actions, which are more constructive for preparing to resist peer pressure.
Which statement is true about peer pressure?
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As an adult, you do not have to worry about peer pressure.
As an adult, you do not have to worry about peer pressure.
If your friend keeps asking you to drink alcohol, that means he really cares about you.
If your friend keeps asking you to drink alcohol, that means he really cares about you.
Many people who drink want to be the only one drinking.
Many people who drink want to be the only one drinking.
You never need to apologize for not drinking.
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As an adult, you do not have to worry about peer pressure.
As an adult, you do not have to worry about peer pressure.
If your friend keeps asking you to drink alcohol, that means he really cares about you.
If your friend keeps asking you to drink alcohol, that means he really cares about you.
Many people who drink want to be the only one drinking.
Many people who drink want to be the only one drinking.
You never need to apologize for not drinking.
The true statement about peer pressure is: "You never need to apologize for not drinking."
This statement emphasizes the importance of standing by your personal choices and values without feeling guilt or the need to justify them to others. The other statements are not accurate reflections of peer pressure dynamics.
When is it okay to get a ride home from an adult who has been drinking?
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Your parents gave you permission earlier in the day to accept the ride.
Your parents gave you permission earlier in the day to accept the ride.
You cannot reach anyone else who you know to come pick you up.
You cannot reach anyone else who you know to come pick you up.
You have your learner permit and the driver says she trusts your driving skills.
You have your learner permit and the driver says she trusts your driving skills.
You should never accept a ride from anyone who has been drinking.
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Your parents gave you permission earlier in the day to accept the ride.
Your parents gave you permission earlier in the day to accept the ride.
You cannot reach anyone else who you know to come pick you up.
You cannot reach anyone else who you know to come pick you up.
You have your learner permit and the driver says she trusts your driving skills.
You have your learner permit and the driver says she trusts your driving skills.
You should never accept a ride from anyone who has been drinking.
The correct response is: "You should never accept a ride from anyone who has been drinking."
This is the safest and most responsible choice, as driving under the influence poses significant risks to both the driver and passengers. It’s important to prioritize safety and seek alternative transportation if an adult has been drinking.
What behavior might indicate you are willing to go drink with your friends?
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You call your cousin to help you come up with good reasons why you cannot go with your friends.
You call your cousin to help you come up with good reasons why you cannot go with your friends.
You pretend that you got in trouble with your parents and tell them you have to go straight home.
You pretend that you got in trouble with your parents and tell them you have to go straight home.
You tell them you don’t want to drink, but decide to go the party where everyone is drinking anyway.
You tell them you don’t want to drink, but decide to go the party where everyone is drinking anyway.
You tell them that you want to stay in control at all times and don’t want to pass out.
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You call your cousin to help you come up with good reasons why you cannot go with your friends.
You call your cousin to help you come up with good reasons why you cannot go with your friends.
You pretend that you got in trouble with your parents and tell them you have to go straight home.
You pretend that you got in trouble with your parents and tell them you have to go straight home.
You tell them you don’t want to drink, but decide to go the party where everyone is drinking anyway.
You tell them you don’t want to drink, but decide to go the party where everyone is drinking anyway.
You tell them that you want to stay in control at all times and don’t want to pass out.
The behavior that might indicate you are willing to go drink with your friends is: "You tell them you don’t want to drink, but decide to go the party where everyone is drinking anyway."
This response implies a willingness to be in an environment where drinking is occurring, which can lead to pressure to drink despite your stated intentions. The other options suggest resistance to drinking or the desire to avoid situations that could lead to drinking.
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