Conduct Disorders Flashcards
What is the hallmark of a conduct disorder?
Impaired impulse control or self-regulation
T/F: Physical or verbal injury to oneself or others is common in conduct disorders
True
What personality disorder is commonly seen with a conduct disorders?
Antisocial Personality Disorder
The following describes what conduct disorder…..
Difficult and challenging behaviors
No physical violence/danger
Defiance
Naughty Behaviors
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
How long must symptoms be present for a patient to be diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder?
Longer than 6 months
Is oppositional defiant disorder more common in boys or girls?
Boys
During what age does ODD present?
Pre-school
T/F: All children with ODD progress to a conduct disorder
False
What co-morbid condition is often seen with ODD?
ADHD
What is the best management option for ODD?
Therapy (Child, Family, CBT)
What is disruptive mood dysregulation disorder?
Extreme mood swings in children with associated irritability
When do symptoms of DMDD typically start and how long do they last?
Start before age 10 and typically last longer than 1 year
Do children with DMDD typically mature into Bipolar Disorder?
No
Is DMDD pharmacologically managed?
No
The following best describes what conduct disorder…..
Verbal or Behavioral Outbursts (out of proportion) that vary from the patient’s typical character
Intermittent Explosive Disorder
In a patient with suspected intermittent explosive disorder does NOT harm others or property…….
How many outbursts are needed for diagnosis?
2x Weekly
In a patient with suspected intermittent explosive disorder DOES harm others or property…….
How many outbursts are needed for diagnosis?
3x year
What medication class should be avoided in treating intermittent explosive disorder?
BZDs
T/F: Conduct Disorder is considered a precursor to Antisocial Personality Disorder
True
What are the FOUR domains of behavior?
1) Aggression towards people and animals
2) Destruction of property
3) Deceitfulness/theft
4) Serious violations of rules
Which of the following has the worse prognosis…..
Conduct disorder onset before 10 y.o.
Conduct disorder onset between 10 - 18 y.o.
Conduct disorder onset before 10 y.o.
_____ is defined as a lack of empathy
Callous
T/F: Extreme cases of conduct disorders end up in law violations and juvenile detention
True
________ is described deliberately setting fire associated with tension, arousal, pleasure, or gratification.
Pyromania
