Antisocial personality disorder is diagnosed:
Correct answer: A. More frequently in males than in females
- A. More frequently in males than in females
- B. Relatively evenly in both males and females
- C. More frequently in females than in males
- D. Mostly in teenagers
Explanation
Antisocial personality disorder is diagnosed much more often in males than females, although differences in detection and social expectations may affect reported rates. It is a personality disorder diagnosed in adulthood, not primarily a disorder of teenagers.
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