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The definition of A Risk is something that can be potentially dangerous to to self or others. Risk behaviors can be defined as a pattern of behaviors that can be dangerous to self or others.

For example, almost every driver has traveled at higher than the posted speed limit, even much higher than the posted speed limit. This is a risk. However, the first time the person sped, they realized it was against the law, they could get a ticket, the fast speed felt scary, etc., so the person never repeats the behavior again.

However, another person feels thrilled by speed, by breaking the law, by the power they feel in a speeding car, etc. They habitually speed anytime they drive. This is a pattern of a risk behavior.

Risk behaviors can be seen in a variety of settings and topics, such as:

  • dangerous behaviors--speeding, jumping from high places, running into streets to Dodge oncoming cars
  • nutrition, eating, and dieting
  • unprotected sex
  • illegal drug use
  • huffing and sniffing
  • etc.
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Behaviour that is dangerous or troublesome.

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