Youth Ages 12-17 Are More Likely to Be Victims of Crime

question 27

True/False

Youth ages 12-17 are more likely to be victims of crime than adults are.

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Definitions:

Impulsive Physical Aggression

The sudden, violent act towards others without premeditation, often as a result of impulsivity.

Childhood-onset Conduct Disorder

A mental disorder diagnosed in childhood or adolescence characterized by a repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior that violates the rights of others or societal norms.

Behavioral Problems

Actions or patterns of behavior in individuals that are socially unacceptable or disrupt others' ability to function.

Pediatrician

A medical doctor specializing in the care and treatment of children and their diseases.