Yasmine wakes up screaming every night, and her parents have a hard time comforting her. Her heart is racing, and her pajamas are soaked in sweat. The next day, she has no memory of the experience. Would Yasmine likely be diagnosed with a mental health disorder?
A. No, because nightmares and night terrors are common among children in all cultures.
B. No, because she doesn't remember it in the morning, so it doesn't cause her distress.
C. Yes, because her behavior is extreme and it also causes her parents distress.
D. Yes, because she has physical symptoms like sweating and high heart rate that accompany her behavior.
Answer: C
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