12. A 14-year-old suddenly withdraws from friends, exhibits extreme mood swings, sleeps excessively, and expresses feelings of hopelessness. From a clinical perspective, what is the primary concern?
A.
Normal adolescent rebellion.
B.
Major Depressive Disorder, requiring prompt clinical evaluation.
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C.
Experimentation with drugs.
D.
Academic stress.
📖 Additional Information
Normal adolescent rebellion.
Major Depressive Disorder, requiring prompt clinical evaluation.