A pattern of repetitive behavior where the rights of others or the social norms are violated. This disorder has been attributed to many factors including poor parenting, child abuse , poverty, and children brought up in chaotic environments. Symptoms overt aggressive behavior, bullying, physical aggression cruel behavior toward people and pets verbally abusive hostile lying, truancy, vandalism stealing physical violence Treatment Treatment consists of a multimodal treatment program. The family should also be involved in therapy.
Individual psychotherapy is needed to work on problem solving skills.
Since symptoms develop over time it is best for parents to recognize a child is at risk and get them into treatment quickly. The sooner the treatment the more likely the child will learn more adaptive techniques than the ones they are currently using. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. Inc. Any duplication or distribution of the information contained herein is strictly prohibited.