In young children, ________ may be manifested as a "failure to thrive," or weight gain, or as a delay in speech or motor development.

A) schizophrenia
B) depression
C) an adjustment disorder
D) personality disorder

Failure to Thrive

A medical condition in infants and children characterized by insufficient weight gain or inappropriate weight loss.

Young Children

Individuals in the early stages of life, typically defined as being from birth to 8 years old, experiencing rapid physical, cognitive, and emotional development.

Speech Development

The process by which children learn to communicate and express themselves through spoken language, including the acquisition of words, sentences, and conversational skills.