What Is Most Influential in Determining Whether a Childhood Disorder

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Multiple Choice

What is most influential in determining whether a childhood disorder will persist into adulthood?

• A) The child's sex
• B) The severity of the disorder and the availability of protective factors
• C) The child's temperament at infancy
• D) The extent to which the disorder interferes with the child's daily functioning

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Definitions:

Tranylcypromine Sulfate

A medication used primarily to treat major depressive disorder by inhibiting the breakdown of monoamine neurotransmitters, thereby increasing their levels.

Suicide Risk

The likelihood or propensity of an individual to attempt or commit suicide.

SAD PERSONS Scale

A clinical tool used to assess the likelihood of suicide risk in individuals by evaluating factors such as Sex, Age, Depression, Previous attempts, Ethanol use, Rational thinking loss, Social supports lacking, Organized plan, No spouse, and Sickness.

Suicide Potential

The likelihood or risk that an individual will attempt or consider suicide.