Recognition of Child Psychopathology Began in the Early 19th Century

question 9

True/False

Recognition of child psychopathology began in the early 19th century however the importance of parenting factors was not recognized until the teachings of Anna Freud and Melanie Klein.

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Definitions:

Depressed Mood

A persistent feeling of sadness, hopelessness, or a lack of interest or pleasure in activities, characteristic of depression.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mood disorder featuring major depressive episodes (episodes of depressed mood or loss of pleasure in life that lasts at least 2 weeks).

Pleasure

A broad class of mental states that humans and other animals experience as positive, enjoyable, or worth seeking.

2 Weeks

A time period equivalent to fourteen days.