Marty is a 15-year-old boy whose parents have brought him to a mental health clinic for evaluation. They are concerned because his grades have fallen and he has become angry and sometimes even violent
He spends long periods of time alone and does not want to see his friends. The parents report that he has never been a "bad" boy nor had problems in school. They are worried about the changes in his behavior. Which of the following is the most likely cause?
A.
Depression
B.
Running around with a tough crowd
C.
Normal adolescent phase
D.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
ANS: A
In addition to classic symptoms of depression, adolescents often display irritability and problems in school performance. This is not normal teen behavior. Because Marty has been functioning well in school up until now, it is unlikely that ADHD would be exhibited at this point.
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