Disruptive Behavior Problems in Youth

These flashcards cover key concepts from Chapter 14 on disruptive behavior problems in youth, including definitions of disorders, diagnostic criteria, treatment approaches, and assessment strategies.

Disruptive Behavior Problems

Behavior issues in youth that commonly include conflicts with authority, property destruction, theft, and aggression.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

A pattern of noncompliance involving anger, irritability, and vindictiveness, typically diagnosed in youth.

Conduct Disorder (CD)

A more severe behavioral disorder than ODD, characterized by repeated violation of basic rights of others and social norms.

Intermittent Explosive Disorder

A disorder marked by recurrent aggressive outbursts that are disproportionate to the situation.

Pyromania

An impulsive disorder involving an obsession with setting fires for pleasure or relief.

Kleptomania

A disorder characterized by an uncontrollable urge to steal items that are not needed for personal use.

Diagnosis Criteria A for ODD

Exhibit at least 4 specific symptoms lasting at least 6 months impacting interactions with others.

Mild Severity in ODD

Symptoms confined to one setting such as home, school, or work.

Conduct Disorder Diagnosis Criteria A

Must exhibit three or more specific behaviors that indicate aggression, deceit, or serious violations of rules.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

A therapeutic approach that helps clients develop emotional regulation skills and identify triggers.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A psychotherapy approach focused on restructuring maladaptive thoughts to change behaviors.

Parent Management Training (PMT)

A program aimed at providing strategies for improving family behavior and communication.

Multisystemic Therapy (MST)

A comprehensive approach to serious behavioral issues involving family therapy and community resources.

Mindfulness-Based Skills

Techniques that enhance emotional awareness and regulate feelings through present moment focus.

Assessment of Disruptive Behavior Problems

A process involving specific tools to evaluate behaviors and consider co-occurring disorders.

Behavioral Interventions

Strategies that include reinforcement of desirable behaviors and consequence management to change behavior.

Prevalence of Disruptive Behavior Disorders

The estimated incidence of these disorders in youth, approximately 19%.

Sensitivity to Context in Diagnosing

The importance of understanding the environmental and situational factors when diagnosing behavioral problems.