Author Question: Kyle is a 7-year-old boy whose parents have recently announced their intention to divorce. In the ... (Read 59 times)

mckennatimberlake · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Kyle is a 7-year-old boy whose parents have recently announced their intention to divorce. In the weeks following, he has been experiencing night terrors and complains of frequent stomachaches.

As well, he has lost interest in playing baseball with his friends and older brother and his mother describes him as surly. Which of the following psychiatricmental health problems may Kyle be experiencing?

A) Psychosis
B) Depression
C) Conduct disorder
D) ADHD

Question 2

Which of the following children is most likely to be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder or conduct disorder?

A) A 13-year-old boy who experiences tics and has occasional outbursts of obscenities for no apparent reason
B) A 6-year-old boy who finds school profoundly stressful due to his inability to relate to others
C) A 14-year-old girl who admits to having had four different sex partners in the past several months
D) An 11-year-old boy who was caught breaking into a home to steal money

CourtneyCNorton · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Depression in children may be indicated by apathy, night terrors, somatic complaints, and irritability. These symptoms are not suggestive of ADHD, conduct disorder, or psychosis.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D
Crime is a common manifestation of oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder. High-risk sexual behavior may accompany the disorders but is not diagnostic. Tics and verbal outbursts are characteristic of Tourette's syndrome. Difficulty in relating to others is characteristic of autism spectrum disorders.