While the conduct problems of some youth diminish with age, many children with conduct disorder continue to violate social norms in adolescence and adulthood in a pattern called ________ behavior.
A)transient antisocial
B)infantile-onset antisocial
C)adolescent-onset antisocial
D)life-course-persistent antisocial

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Life-course-persistent antisocial behavior is a pattern of conduct disorder that continues into adolescence and adulthood. It is characterized by persistent violations of social norms and a lack of concern for others' rights and feelings. This behavior is not limited to specific periods of development but persists throughout the individual's life. Therefore, option D is the correct choice. Option A is incorrect because transient antisocial behavior is a temporary pattern of conduct disorder that fades with age. Option B is incorrect because infantile-onset antisocial behavior is a rare and severe form of conduct disorder that begins before age 10. Option C is also incorrect because adolescent-onset antisocial behavior is a milder form of conduct disorder that only appears during adolescence.

While the Conduct Problems of Some Youth Diminish with Age