CONDUCT DISORDER CAUSES | SYMPTOMS | DIAGNOSIS | TREATMENT
INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCT DISORDER Conduct disorder (CD) is a psychological disorder,
sometimes also referred to as a behavioural disorder.
This disorder is often diagnosed during childhood or
adolescence. The type of conduct disorder is, decided according to the age at which symptoms first appear. conduct disorder may appear before the age of 10, or during the teenage. Sometimes the age at which signs and symptoms first appeared is, not known.
CAUSES OF CONDUCT DISORDER Several environmental and genetic factors contribute in the development of conduct disorder in child. Frontal lobe damage Problem solving and learning disability
Lack of instinct control Impoverishment History of child abuse Dysfunctional family Peer pressure Stressful environment
SYMPTOMS OF CONDUCT DISORDER A child with conduct disorder does not care about the rules and regulations and is apathetic towards others. The symptoms of behavioural disorder can be categorised into 4 types: Deceitful Behaviour Dishonesty Lying Larceny Pilfering
CONTINUE:- SYMPTOMS OF CONDUCT DISORDER Violation of rules Bunking school Eluding from home Drug and alcohol use Engaging in sexual behaviour at very early age
Aggressive conduct Rape and molestation Oppressing others Frequent fights Brutality towards animals
CONTINUE SYMPTOMS OF CONDUCT DISORDER Destructive Behaviour
Cutting yourself Overeating Bullying Arson
DIAGNOSIS OF CONDUCT DISORDER Qualified mental health professionals
such
as
a
psychiatrist or psychologist can help in the diagnosis of conduct disorder. These mental health professionals evaluate and observe the behavioural patterns of child and try to find out the root cause of other problems. A mental health doctor also asks a number of questions from the child’s parents and teachers to know more about behavioural conduct of the child. Sometimes conduct the disorder may also lead to other mental problems such as mood and anxiety disorders, hyperactivity, learning and stress disorder, or substance
TREATMENTS FOR CONDUCT DISORDER A psychiatrist carries out the treatment, according to the severity of the symptoms. Other factors such as the child’s age, medical history, and parents consent on the type of therapy are, also taken under consideration. Family therapy- This therapy concentrates on making the positive changes within the family. Refining communication skills and encouraging family interactions are the part of family therapy Cognitive behavioural therapy- This therapy includes enhancing child’s problems solving ability, instinct control, communication skills, and learning anger management.
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