Which of the following combinations is significantly associated with the frequency and severity of suicide attempts among adolescents?
a. schizophrenia, depression, and alcohol abuse
b. conduct disorder, depression, and substance abuse
c. schizophrenia, alcohol abuse, and school phobia
d. antisocial personality disorder, mania, and alcohol abuse
B
Although conduct disorder may be one of the most common psychological findings among adolescent suicide victims, the not unusual combination of conduct disorder, depression, and substance abuse is significantly associated with the frequency and severity of suicide attempts. Completed suicide in this group was found to be associated with access to firearms.
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