Which of the Following Statements Most Accurately Reflects the Role

Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the role of maltreatment in childhood psychopathology? Maltreatment is a:

A) diagnostic category that includes children who have been physically abused and are exhibiting maladaptive behaviors.
B) risk factor that may lead to a variety of maladaptive behaviors which may meet the criteria for a mental health disorder.
C) diagnostic category that includes children who have been physically,sexually,or emotionally abused.
D) risk factor that describes the victim and perpetrator's relationship as it leads to psychopathology.