You have been called to a private residence where a 16-year-old female patient is reported by her parents to be "acting strangely" and possibly "on something." Upon your arrival, the patient is locked in her bedroom refusing to open the door. The patient refuses to speak to you and will only come out if her best friend is present. Your knowledge of life-span development indicates that the
following characteristics are common with a patient of this age.
A) Self-destructive behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol, and drug use
B) Depression and suicide
C) Preoccupation with body image
D) All of the above
D
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