Antisocial Behavior: ODD and Conduct Disorder

Conduct Disorder (CD)

Behaviours violating societal norms or others' rights.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Characterized by poor emotional control and defiance.

Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD)

Long-term pattern of disregard for others' rights.

Emotional Dysregulation

Inability to manage emotional responses effectively.

Developmental Psychopathology Model

Framework analyzing disorders across developmental stages.

Core Characteristics

Key traits defining a psychological disorder.

DSM-5 Framework

Diagnostic criteria for mental health disorders.

Prevalence

Frequency of a disorder within a population.

Developmental Continuities

Patterns of behaviour persisting across developmental stages.

Developmental Discontinuities

Changes in behaviour that disrupt typical development.

Conduct Problems (CPs)

Disruptive behaviours existing on a spectrum.

Anger Outbursts

Sudden episodes of intense anger and aggression.

Argumentativeness

Tendency to engage in disputes or disagreements.

Defiance

Refusal to obey authority or rules.

Interpersonal Issues

Problems in relationships with others.

Socioeconomic Factors

Social and economic conditions influencing behaviour.

Age-Inappropriate Behaviours

Actions not suitable for a child's developmental stage.

Violating Rights

Actions infringing on others' personal rights.

Disruptive Behaviours

Actions that interrupt normal functioning or order.

Moral Development

Understanding of right and wrong in children.

Severity of Behaviour

Intensity and persistence of disruptive actions.

Long-term Life Impacts

Consequences of disorders affecting future well-being.

Case Studies

Real-life examples illustrating behavioural disorders.

ODD

Oppositional Defiant Disorder; defiance and disobedience.

CD

Conduct Disorder; severe antisocial behavior patterns.

Repetition of Behaviors

Persistent actions despite awareness of wrongdoing.

Protective Factors

Elements that mitigate risk of developing ODD/CD.

Steve's Case

Example of severe behavioral issues in a child.

Emotional Disturbance

Serious mental health issues affecting behavior.

Family Environment

Context influencing a child's behavior and development.

Antisocial Behaviors

Actions violating societal norms, varying in severity.

Developmental Trends

Behavioral changes typically seen as children age.

Physical Aggression

High levels of violence maintained over time.

Societal Impact

Consequences of youth behavior on community safety.

Rule Breaking

Common adolescent behavior; often expected and typical.

Severity of Conduct Problems

Increased risk and frequency of antisocial actions.

Boys and Antisocial Behavior

Higher prevalence of aggression in male children.

Parental Correction Resistance

Child's refusal to accept guidance from parents.

Crisis Response

Immediate actions taken during a family emergency.

Social Adaptation

Behavioral adjustments in response to social situations.

Behavioral Increase with Age

Some children show worsening behaviors as they grow.

Inconsistency in Punishment

Discrepancy between societal empathy and punitive actions.

Risky Adolescent Behaviors

Actions like underage drinking and skipping class.

Crisis Situations

Events prompting extreme reactions from children.

Oppositional Defiance Disorder (ODD)

Age-inappropriate pattern of stubborn, hostile behaviors.

Prevalence of ODD

50% of young children exhibit ODD symptoms.

Behavioral decline in adolescence

ODD behaviors drop to about 10% in middle school.

Goodness of fit parenting

Authoritative style reduces ODD/CD diagnosis rates.

Conduct Disorder (CD)

Severe behavioral issues leading to legal problems.

Cost of conduct problems

Annual costs exceed $70,000 per child over seven years.

Lifetime costs of CD

$3.2 to $5.5 million for high school dropouts.

Criminal convictions and CD

CD accounts for 53.3% of criminal convictions.

Systems affected by ODD/CD

Impacts criminal justice, mental health, and education.

Early intervention importance

Promotes normal developmental trajectory for at-risk youth.

Symptoms duration for ODD

Symptoms must persist for at least 6 months.

Age criteria for ODD

Symptoms must occur most days under 5 years.

Weekly symptom occurrence

Symptoms must occur at least once per week over 5.

DSM-5 inclusion of ODD

Added to identify early CD behaviors in preschoolers.

Emotional symptoms in ODD

ODD now includes emotional symptoms alongside behaviors.

Angry/Irritable mood symptoms

Includes losing temper, being touchy, or resentful.

Argumentative behavior symptoms

Defying authority, annoying others, blaming others.

Vindictiveness in ODD

Hurtful behavior occurring at least twice in 6 months.

Severity specifiers for ODD

Mild, moderate, and severe based on settings affected.

Impact of ODD

Negatively affects social, educational, and occupational functioning.

Genetic link to aggression

Continuity of aggression linked to genetic factors.

Social norms recognition

Behavioral control improves with recognition of social norms.

Interpersonal difficulties prediction

ODD predicts social challenges in early adulthood.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Behavioral disorder marked by defiance and hostility.

Conduct Disorder (CD)

Disorder involving violation of rights or societal norms.

Child Onset CD

Symptoms appear before age 10, worse outcomes.

Adolescent Onset CD

Symptoms appear after age 10, different trajectory.

Child Limited CD

Does not persist into adulthood, linked to struggles.

Callous and Unemotional Traits

Lack of empathy, remorse, and shallow affect.

Aggressive CD

Characterized by neuroticism and emotional dysregulation.

Rule-breaking CD

Involves impulsivity and higher CU traits.

DSM-5-TR Criteria for CD

Requires three of fifteen criteria in 12 months.

Aggression to People or Animals

Includes bullying, physical fights, and cruelty.

Destruction of Property

Involves deliberate damage to property or fire setting.

Deceitfulness of Theft

Includes lying for goods or stealing without confrontation.

Serious Violations of Rules

Includes truancy and running away from home.

Emotional Dysregulation

Difficulty managing emotional responses and behaviors.

Neuroticism

Tendency towards anxiety, moodiness, and emotional instability.

Impulsivity

Acting without forethought or consideration of consequences.

Long-term Outcomes

Consequences that persist into adulthood from childhood disorders.

Social Struggles

Challenges in forming relationships and social interactions.

Financial Dependence

Reliance on others for financial support.

Behavioral Manifestations

Observable actions reflecting underlying psychological issues.

Tantrums

Outbursts of anger or frustration, often disruptive.

Parenting Challenges

Difficulties faced by parents managing children's behaviors.

Developmental Trajectory

Path of behavioral development over time.

Physical Fights

Often initiates physical confrontations with others.

Weapon Use

Uses weapons causing serious harm to others.

Cruelty to People

Engages in physical cruelty towards individuals.

Cruelty to Animals

Engages in physical cruelty towards animals.

Confrontational Theft

Steals while confronting the victim directly.

Sexual Coercion

Forces someone into sexual activity against their will.

Fire Setting

Deliberately sets fires causing serious property damage.

Property Destruction

Deliberately destroys property not involving fire.

Burglary

Breaks into buildings or vehicles unlawfully.

Deceitful Behavior

Lies to obtain goods or avoid obligations.