Georgia Virtual School (GAVS) Health Exam

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The CDC has identified several risk behaviors that contribute to mortality among young individuals. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

Tobacco use
Alcohol and other drug use
Assessing your health needs on a daily basis
Unhealthy dietary behaviors

The correct answer is: Assessing your health needs on a daily basis

The correct answer highlights that assessing your health needs on a daily basis is not identified by the CDC as a risk behavior contributing to mortality among young individuals. This option represents a proactive measure that individuals can take to improve their health, rather than a behavior that increases the risk of health issues. In contrast, the other options represent behaviors that are widely recognized as significant risk factors for mortality. Tobacco use, alcohol and other drug use, and unhealthy dietary behaviors are all linked to various health consequences, including chronic diseases and accidents, which lead to increased mortality rates. Thus, they are rightly classified as risk behaviors by the CDC. In this context, the practice of regularly assessing health needs is beneficial and encourages positive health outcomes, differentiating it from the detrimental behaviors listed.