What is a Conduct Disorder? A Conduct Disorder pertains to behavioral and emotional problems in children and teens, characterized by inappropriate social behavior, difficulty following rules and destructive behavior and violates the rights of others. Many times the adolescent has no remorse for their behavior. Symptoms – frequent and consistently occur in all settings (home, school, public) Aggressive behavior such as bullying and starting fights Deliberately destroying property; intent to cause damage Physical…

What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? Wikipedia defines Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder as an anxiety disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts that produce uneasiness, apprehension, fear, or worry; by repetitive behaviors aimed at reducing the associated anxiety; or by a combination of such obsessions and compulsions. A person with OCD may recognize that their obsessions are irrational or unrealistic and try to ignore them. This only increases the anxiety and the person feels driven to…

What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)? Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a mental health condition where there is an ongoing pattern of anger guided disobedience, hostilely, defiant or disruptive behavior toward authority figures which goes beyond the bounds of normal childhood behavior. This behavior must be exhibited for at least six months. Individuals may appear very stubborn and often angry. Common features of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) include excessive, often…