The Prevalence of Depression in Adolescence

question 2

Multiple Choice

The prevalence of depression in adolescence:

• A) Mirrors the prevalence in adults
• B) Is reported as 15-25%
• C) Increases with history of abuse or neglect
• D) B and C
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis

A technique used to identify genetic defects in embryos created through in vitro fertilization before pregnancy, to prevent certain genetic diseases.

In Vitro Fertilized Embryo

An embryo created by fertilizing an egg with sperm outside the body, typically in a laboratory setting, before being transferred to the uterus.

Nondisjunction

An error in cell division where chromosomes do not separate properly, leading to gametes with an abnormal number of chromosomes.

Down Syndrome

A genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21, characterized by developmental and physical changes.