Psychological disorders are defined as patterns of behavioral, cognitive, emotional, or physical symptoms that are associated with ____
a. deviance
b. defiance of norms
c. disobedience
d. distress
d
DIFFICULTY: Easy
REFERENCES: What Is Abnormal Behavior in Children and Adolescents?
KEYWORDS: Bloom's: Understand
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