You Are a Pediatrician

Multiple Choice

You are a pediatrician. An adolescent girl presents with loss of appetite, weight, and interest in school. When asked about substance use, she admits that she has tried marijuana. Without more information, what might you conclude?

A) She probably has anorexia.
B) She needs to be assessed for substance abuse.
C) She needs to be treated for depression.
D) She is probably a marijuana abuser.