Which of the following examples would be a case of misdiagnosis?

A. A clinician diagnoses a 9-month-old as having separation anxiety.
B. A clinician diagnoses a 10-year-old as having separation anxiety.
C. A clinician diagnoses a 12-year-old as having an elimination disorder due to consistent bed-wetting.
D. A clinician diagnoses a 15-year-old with depression when she demonstrates lack of interest in beloved activities.


Answer: A

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