CASE 3.1 Mary and Louise Are Both 15 Years Old. Each Was

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CASE 3.1
Mary and Louise are both 15 years old. Each was arrested and charged with stealing a vehicle. Mary stole a car from the teacher's parking lot at her school. Louise stole her neighbor's car when she decided that she wanted to drive to her boyfriend. They both meet with Mr. Brown, a juvenile probation officer, who is to recommend whether or not they should be detained in a juvenile detention center prior to the disposition of their cases.
-Louise also explains that she was diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder.She cannot remember the name of the disorder.Mr. Brown is waiting for her case file to see her diagnosis.Which of the following psychiatric disorders is Louise unlikely to have

• A)Oppositional defiant disorder
• B)Conduct disorder
• C)Alexithymia
• D)Strain disorder

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Definitions:

Conciliation

A method of conflict resolution where an impartial third party helps disputing parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement.

Third-Party Mediation

A conflict resolution process involving a neutral third party who helps disputing parties find a mutually acceptable solution.

Pacifism

The belief in the avoidance of war or violence as a means of resolving disputes or achieving social or political goals.

Intimidation

The act of frightening or coercing someone into doing or not doing something.