Ricky's mother tends to scold him when he fights with other children, while Ricky's father encourages him to fight. This type of inconsistent discipline has been linked to

a. internalizing disorders.
b. externalizing disorders.
c. higher levels of anxiety.
d. higher levels of depression.

Answer: b.

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