Which of the Following Is Characteristic of Developmental Paths of Conduct

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of developmental paths of conduct disorders as described by Loeber and others?

• A)Youngsters who complete one stage progress through all succeeding stages.
• B)Progression though stages is characterized by the individual displaying an increasing diversification of antisocial behaviors.
• C)Earlier behaviors (symptoms)are replaced by new ones so that the number of symptoms is stable.
• D)Early onset in a progression is associated with a better prognosis.

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