The Parents of a Child Suffering from Depression Ask the Nurse

question 3

Multiple Choice

The parents of a child suffering from depression ask the nurse what causes depression in children.The nurse states that:

• A) the causes of major depression are unknown.
• B) major affective disorders in parents increase depression in children.
• C) boys are more likely than girls to be depressed.
• D) the prevalence rate is higher in prepubescent children.

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