At Any Given Point in Time, About 15-20% of Adolescents

question 68

True/False

At any given point in time, about 15-20% of adolescents will be suffering from depression.

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Definitions:

Psychological Functioning

Refers to the mental processes and behaviors that include cognitive capabilities, emotional states, and social behavior.

Inherent Vulnerable

A state of being naturally exposed or susceptible to being harmed or adversely affected due to intrinsic characteristics or conditions.

Lowered Epinephrine

Refers to a decreased level of epinephrine, a hormone and neurotransmitter involved in the body's fight-or-flight response.

Stress

A psychological and physical reaction to demands, perceived as challenges or threats, which can affect health and wellbeing.