Ulysses was born with a physical deformity that makes his ears smaller and less developed than typical people. His classmates have been teasing him about it, telling him that he will never get a girlfriend and that he should get plastic surgery. Which of the following might be a way that Ulysses could be affected by this behavior? Check all that apply.
Answer
A
changes sleep patterns
B
damages self-esteem
C
decreases school absences
D
increases the risk of anxiety
E
decreases risk of substance abuse
F
increases likelihood of risky behaviors
Explanation
Repeated teasing can cause emotional stress, which may disrupt sleep patterns and damage Ulysses’s self-esteem. Bullying can also increase the risk of anxiety and make risky behaviors more likely. It would not be expected to decrease school absences or lower the risk of substance abuse.
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