A Child with Diabetes Who Is Subsequently Depressed Would Be

question 24

Multiple Choice

 A child with diabetes who is subsequently depressed would be best diagnosed with ____.

• A) a somatoform disorder
• B) dysthymia
• C) an adjustment disorder
• D) psychological factors affecting physical condition

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