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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