Which of the Following Statement Is True Regarding the Epidemiology

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement is true regarding the epidemiology of depressive disorders in children and adolescents?

• A)Prepubescent girls are more likely than prepubescent boys to develop MDD
• B)The prevalence of MDD among prepubescent girls is only about 1% to 2%.
• C)Although depression is more common among girls, it is more impairing among boys.
• D)Biological changes associated with puberty lead to depression in most adolescent girls.

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Definitions:

First-Born

The term refers to a child who is born first in birth order in a family, often associated with certain personality traits and characteristics.

Youngest Child

The term for the final-born child in a family, who may experience different parenting styles, expectations, and sibling dynamics compared to their older siblings.

Style Of Life

A concept introduced by Alfred Adler that refers to an individual's unique way of achieving superiority or success, shaped by childhood experiences, personal skills, and societal expectations.

Relatively Constant

Describes a value or condition that does not undergo substantial changes over a certain period, maintaining a consistent state within a dynamic context.