Understanding Conduct and Disruptive Disorders — Chapter 9 Summary from Mash & Wolfe
Understanding Conduct and Disruptive Disorders — Chapter 9 Summary from Mash & Wolfe Chapter 9 of Child Psychopathology by Eric J. Mash, David A. Wolfe, and Katherine Nguyen Williams examines the complex world of childhood and adolescent conduct problems. This includes diagnoses such as Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and Conduct Disorder (CD) , both of which are associated with aggressive, defiant, and antisocial behaviors that disrupt family, school, and community life. What Are Conduct Problems? Conduct problems encompass a range of disruptive behaviors that violate social norms and the rights of others. These include: Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): Characterized by persistent patterns of angry/irritable mood, argumentative behavior, and vindictiveness, typically directed at authority figures. Conduct Disorder (CD): Involves more severe behaviors such as aggression toward people or animals, property destruction, deceitfulness, theft, and serious vio...