Which of the Following Is NOT an Associated Characteristic of Early

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an associated characteristic of early onset of dysthymia (before age 21) ?

• A) greater chronicity
• B) genetic influence
• C) better prognosis
• D) poorer response to treatment

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Definitions:

Stunted

Impeded growth or development in living organisms or processes, often due to environmental constraints or nutritional deficiencies.

Middle Childhood

A developmental stage covering children from approximately 6 to 12 years old, marked by significant growth in cognitive, emotional, and social areas.

Rapid Growth

A significant increase in size, capacity, or numbers in a short period of time, often used in the context of economic, biological, or population growth.

Adolescence

The transitional stage of physical and psychological development that generally occurs during the period from puberty to legal adulthood.