Adolescent Risk-Taking Behavior

Definition

Adolescent risk-taking behavior refers to the tendency of teenagers to engage in activities that have potential negative consequences, such as substance abuse, reckless driving, or unprotected sex. This behavior is often influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, and environmental factors.

Related terms

Peer Influence:

The impact that friends and social groups have on an individual's decision-making process.

Executive Functioning: The cognitive processes involved in self-control, decision making, and planning.

Sensation Seeking: The personality trait characterized by the need for varied and novel experiences and willingness to take risks.