MOC Part II Credit Claiming – Trauma Informed Care: Instagram Isolation

The Ohio Youth Risk and Behavior Survey in 2021 documented a significant increase in serious emotional distress in adolescents during the pandemic. Which of the following is true about the survey results?

Students who identify as Hispanic/Latino ethnicity were relatively protected from emotional distress.

More than 2 of 5 high school students felt sadness or hopelessness that interfered with normal activities for at least 2 weeks in the previous year.

Black and Hispanic/Latinx high school students reported hopelessness at a higher rate than white students.

More than 50% of high school students reported that they have someone at home with whom they can share their feelings, a larger percentage than at school.

Factors that protect adolescents from suicide and build personal resilience include which of the following?

Feeling connected to others at home and school (relational health).

Identifying with a peer group that has historically been victimized by discrimination or oppression.

Knowing how to safely handle a firearm.

First or second generation immigrant status is protective of suicidal feelings.

According to the Surgeon General’s Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health, almost all (95%) 13 to 17 year olds report using a social media platform, and almost a third say that they use social media “almost constantly.” Which of the following best represents recommended anticipatory guidance for parents?

There are limited data suggesting that social media use by early teenagers influences their self-esteem.

Media literacy may be important for adults but not for children because online services enforce access to youth 13 years or older.

Parents can establish tech-free zones and times to promote healthy sleep and in-person relationships.

Parental use of social media does not influence use of social media by children.

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