Caitlyn has two best friends and a girlfriend she loves, but when they are all busy, she wishes she had more friends. She often finds herself going to lunch by herself, and she wishes she knew more people so she had more options of things to do on weekends. Caitlyn’s situation is best described as: a. Social isolation b. Relational isolation c. Emotional isolation d. Romantic isolation

social isolation or loneliness

Background: Sarah is a 16-year-old high school student. She used to be very outgoing and had a large group of friends throughout middle school. However, since starting high school, she has become more withdrawn and spends most of her time alone. Sarah's parents recently divorced, and she has been struggling with feelings of loneliness and sadness.Scenario: Sarah's school decides to organise a social activity day where students can participate in various team-building exercises, sports, and group discussions. Initially, Sarah is hesitant to join because she feels disconnected from her peers and worries about not having many friends. However, with encouragement from her teachers and a desire to try something new, she decides to participate.Identify the social activities investigated in the scenario. 2 marks

Friendships are based most heavily on ______ for emerging adults.Multiple choice question.self-disclosureshared activitiesappearancesfamily pressures

To be best friends with an adolescent or with an adult, you need to share __________ with that person.Group of answer choicesanomypeer pressuresexual intimacypsychological intimacy

People we know casually at work or school could be characterized by breadth of disclosure but very little depth; however, our disclosure with close friendships involves higher levels of breadth and depth. Which statement best explains why?Multiple ChoiceSelf-disclosure is intentional.Self-disclosure is influenced by cultural and gender roles.Self-disclosure varies among relationships.Self-disclosure is usually reciprocal.