For how long would an adolescent have to show a maladaptive pattern of substance use to be diagnosed with substance dependence?
A) 1 month
B) 3 months
C) 6 months
D) 12 months

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According to the DSM-5 criteria, an adolescent must show a maladaptive pattern of substance use for at least 12 months to be diagnosed with substance dependence. Additionally, they must exhibit at least three of the seven diagnostic criteria during that time period.

For How Long Would an Adolescent Have to Show a Maladaptive