Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Biological

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the biological factors involved in conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder?

• A) Neuroimaging studies show abnormalities in the functioning of the anterior cingulate, an area of the brain involved in responding to emotional stimuli.
• B) Twin and adoption studies have not yielded substantial evidence regarding the role of genetics in the development of conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder.
• C) Children diagnosed with conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder show increased amygdala activity in response to emotional stimuli.
• D) Children with conduct disorder are no more likely than healthy children to have deficits in tasks that measure planning and organizing ability.

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Definitions:

Nonmaleficence

A core ethical principle in healthcare that obligates healthcare providers to refrain from causing harm to patients.

Informed Consent

A process by which a patient or participant is fully informed about the procedures and risks involved in a medical treatment or research study and voluntarily agrees to participate.

Self-Determination

The process by which an individual controls their own life, making decisions and setting goals independently.

Autonomy

The right or condition of self-governance, especially when applied to individuals in moral, ethical, or legal contexts.