Regarding separation anxiety disorder, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A) Only about one out of 100 children suffer from separation anxiety disorder at some point in their lives.
B) Many children with separation anxiety disorder cling to and follow their parents, often refusing to go to school.
C) Most children with separation anxiety disorder tend to grow out of it.
D) If separation anxiety is intense or lasts more than a month, parents should seek professional help for the child.

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According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, separation anxiety disorder affects about 4% of children. Therefore, statement A is false because it underestimates the prevalence of the disorder.

Regarding Separation Anxiety Disorder, Which of the Following Statements Is