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Which disorder is strongly associated with childhood sexual abuse?

A.
bipolar disorder

B.
factitious disorder

C.
antisocial personality disorder

D.
borderline personality disorder

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D. borderline personality disorder is strongly associated with childhood sexual abuse. Studies have found that individuals who have experienced childhood sexual abuse are at a higher risk of developing borderline personality disorder later in life. Other disorders that may also be associated with childhood sexual abuse include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, and depression.

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