Which risk factor is particularly important in the development of childhood mental and developmental disorders?
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Correct answer: Maltreatment, caregiver mental illness, and poor environments
Major risk factors include maltreatment, caregiver mental health issues, and suboptimal environments; these have a broad impact on child mental and developmental disorders.
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