Jacob is 9 years old. He dislikes and often avoids doing things that require sustained mental effort, such as his schoolwork and homework. According to the DSM, ____
a. ?he has met one criterion for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
b. ?he may be showing signs of early-onset schizophrenia
c. ?he is demonstrating a symptom of generalized anxiety disorder
d. ?he has met one criterion for autism
Answer: a. ?he has met one criterion for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
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