Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Prevalence of Depression

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the prevalence of depression in children and adolescents?

• A) Overall, it has increased dramatically in the last 10 years.
• B) Boys are more likely than girls to have persistent depressive disorder while girls are more likely than boys to have major depressive disorder.
• C) The prevalence of major depressive disorder increases dramatically from childhood to adolescence.
• D) 20% of youths experience major depressive disorder at any given time.

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