a description of the two criteria you selected. Then explain how these two characteristics are beneficial in determining whether a child or adolescent's behavior is abnormal

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For this Discussion, review this week's Learning Resources and select two of the criteria used for diagnosing psychological disorders. Consider why they are important in determining a child or adolescent’s behavioral issues.
Post by Day 3 a description of the two criteria you selected. Then explain how these two characteristics are beneficial in determining whether a child or adolescent's behavior is abnormal
Mash, E. J., & Wolfe, D. A. (2013). Abnormal child psychology(5th ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
- Chapter 1, “Introduction to Normal and Abnormal Behavior in Children and Adolescents” (pp. 1–26)
- Chapter 2, “Theories and Causes” (pp. 27–54)
Mash, E. J., & Wolfe, D. A. (2013). Abnormal child psychology (5th ed.) [Supplemental material]. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.

Note: The final version of the DSM-5 was published after Mash & Wolfe (2013) was released. Please consult this supplement for the changes between DSM-IV-TR and DSM-5 relevant to children and adolescents.
National Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health. (n.d.). Retrieved May 29, 2014, from
http://ffcmh.org/