A 12‑year‑old boy frequently argues with authority figures and shows defiant behavior at home. However, he has never engaged in physical aggression or shown a pattern of violating the rights of others. Which diagnosis is most appropriate according to DSM‑V criteria?

Which of the following is a core DSM‑V criterion for a diagnosis of Schizophrenia?

A 9‑year‑old presents with sudden, severe aggressive outbursts that include physical aggression leading to property damage and harm to peers. These episodes are unprovoked and disproportionate to any situational stressors. Which diagnosis does this presentation best support?

For a diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adolescents, DSM‑V requires that depressive symptoms persist for at least:

A 10‑year‑old boy exhibits significant inattention at school and hyperactive behavior at home. To support an ADHD diagnosis, which additional evidence is most critical?

A 4‑year‑old nonverbal boy is referred for evaluation due to limited social engagement and persistent repetitive behaviors (e.g., hand-flapping, insistence on routines). Which finding would most strongly support a diagnosis of ASD?

A 12‑year‑old who has experienced prolonged neglect exhibits nightmares, hypervigilance, and intrusive memories. Which diagnosis is most consistent with these symptoms?

A 16‑year‑old has been using marijuana daily for the past year and has developed increasing tolerance along with withdrawal symptoms when abstaining. Which diagnosis is most appropriate?

A core feature of Separation Anxiety Disorder in children, as per DSM‑V, is:

Which of the following is a core diagnostic criterion for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as per DSM‑V-TR?