Conduct disorder may arise from different developmental pathways, a concept known as ____.
A) equifinality
B) multifinality
C) developmental diversity
D) disordered beginnings

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Equifinality is the principle that different developmental pathways can lead to the same outcome or disorder. In the case of conduct disorder, there may be various factors that contribute to its development, such as genetics, parenting, peer influences, or trauma. Equifinality recognizes that there is no single cause or pathway to conduct disorder, but rather multiple routes that converge to similar behavioral outcomes.

Conduct Disorder May Arise from Different Developmental Pathways, a Concept