Conduct Disorder

What is it?

Children with conduct disorder repeatedly violate the personal or property rights of others and the basic expectations of society. A diagnosis of conduct disorder is likely if this behavior lasts for a period of six months.

Characteristics:

Aggressive behavior that harms or threatens to other people or animals
Disruptive behavior that damages or destroys property
Lying
Theft
Skipping school or violating other school rules

Children with this disorder may also have other relating problems including:

Hyperactivity
Anxiety
Depression
Academic Difficulties
Problems with peer relationships

Treatment:

Children and adolescents with conduct disorder often benefit from a range of services including:

Parent training on how to handle their child’s behavior
Family therapy
Training in problem-solving skills for the child
Community-based services that focus on the young person within the context of family and community influences

(Source: “ Mental Health Sensitivity Curriculum: Understanding Brain Disorders” by
Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Inc.)

**Information exchanged in this forum are from parent to parent and may not necessarily reflect the recommendations or opinions of Hamilton Center, Inc. Correspondence will be monitored and inappropriate information removed as quickly as possible. For complete listing of rules, policies and disclaimers, click here.