Which of these is an example of a biological mechanism playing a role in the onset of abnormal behavior?
a. a virus causes damage to the CNS
b. a child observes an adult hitting another adult
c. a newborn sustains an injury during birth
d. a child falls and sustains a head injury
Answer: a. a virus causes damage to the CNS
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