Seek support from other adults in the child's life, including teachers and coaches. Conduct Disorder Young people with CD repeatedly violate societal rules and the rights of others. While we don't know whether genetic factors contribute to CD, we do know that youngsters with CD are probably reacting to situations in their lives. Among factors that may make a child prone to CD are inconsistent rules and harsh discipline, lack of adult supervision or guidance, frequent change in caregivers, neglect or physical abuse, and a delinquent peer group. Youngsters with conduct disorder need comprehensive treatment, because antisocial behavior is hard to change after it becomes ingrained.
Treatment is complex, since establishing new attitudes and behavior patterns takes time.
Behavior therapy and psychotherapy are usually necessary to help the child control anger, and medication may help with depression, difficulty paying attention, or impulse problems. Many children with a CD also have mood disorders, anxiety disorders, Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder, substance abuse, or learning problems, but these can also be treated successfully. Young people with CD and their families may also benefit from family therapy and training in problem-solving skills for children or adolescents.