Jonny Is 17 Years Old and Described by Most People

question 71

Multiple Choice

Jonny is 17 years old and described by most people who know him as a "punk." He doesn't like following social convention and dresses and speaks to others in a manner that many find inappropriate. His parents want him evaluated for a mental disorder, despite Jonny saying that he's fine and there's nothing wrong with him. What are the likely findings?

• A) Jonny most likely has a conduct disorder
• B) Jonny most likely is depressed
• C) Jonny most likely has oppositional defiant disorder
• D) Jonny most likely has no diagnosis

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