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17. A 10-year-old child is described by parents as “always defiant,” refusing to follow rules, and often arguing with adults. What technical diagnostic area should a clinician explore?

A. Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
B. Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) or Conduct Disorder.
C. Specific Learning Disability.
D. Separation Anxiety Disorder.
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15. A parent asks a developmental psychologist how to foster secure attachment in their newborn. What is a critical piece of advice based on attachment theory?

A. Limit physical contact to avoid spoiling the child.
B. Respond consistently and sensitively to the infant's needs and cues.
C. Encourage independence from birth.
D. Only feed the child on a strict schedule.
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14. An 80-year-old patient with a history of hypertension and diabetes presents with sudden onset confusion, disorientation, and fluctuating levels of consciousness. What is the urgent clinical concern?

A. Early-stage Alzheimer's disease.
B. Normal aging.
C. Delirium, requiring immediate medical investigation.
D. Severe depression.
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13. A psychologist is designing a new educational program for preschoolers. Based on Piaget’s theory of cognitive development, what technical characteristic should the program emphasize?

A. Abstract reasoning and hypothetical thinking.
B. Hands-on activities, symbolic play, and sensory exploration.
C. Logical operations and concrete problem-solving.
D. Formal scientific experimentation.
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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.
C. Experimentation with drugs.
D. Academic stress.
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11. A 6-month-old infant shows no interest in social interaction, does not respond to their name, and avoids eye contact. What is the urgent recommendation for parents?

A. Wait until the child is older for assessment.
B. Seek immediate developmental screening and consultation for early signs of ASD.
C. Encourage more TV time for stimulation.
D. Assume the child is simply shy.
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10. A psychiatrist is considering prescribing stimulant medication for an 8-year-old diagnosed with ADHD. What is a medicinal consideration in developmental psychology?

A. Stimulants are typically reserved for adulthood.
B. The potential impact on growth and appetite, alongside behavioral efficacy and monitoring.
C. Stimulants are a cure for ADHD and should be used long-term without breaks.
D. They should only be used if behavioral therapy has completely failed over many years.
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9. A child psychologist is assessing a 5-year-old who has just experienced a traumatic event. What is a technical aspect of trauma-informed assessment in early childhood?

A. Immediately ask direct questions about the event.
B. Use play-based assessment and observe behaviors, as young children may not verbalize trauma directly.
C. Assume the child will not remember the event.
D. Focus only on physical symptoms.
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