If you or someone you know is struggling with anger or other mental health issues in Franklin, Saber Psychiatry can help. When anger issues start causing problems at home, school, or with peers and siblings, professional help is needed. Here is some information about conduct disorder from Johns Hopkins:
Conduct Disorder Definition
Conduct disorder is a type of behavior disorder. It is when a child displays antisocial behavior. They may disregard basic social standards and rules. There are four main groups of behaviors:
Aggressive
- Intimidating behavior
- Bullying
- Physical fights
- Cruelty to others or animals
- Using a weapon
- Forcing someone into sexual activity, rape, or molestation
Deceitfulness
- Lying
- Theft
- Shoplifting
- Delinquency
Violation of rules or age-appropriate norms
- Not going to school (truancy)
- Running away
- Pranks
- Mischief
- Very early sexual activity
These symptoms may look like other mental health problems. Make sure your child sees their healthcare provider for a diagnosis.
Causes
Experts believe that many factors play a role in conduct disorder. These are:
- Brain damage
- A traumatic event
- Genes
- Child abuse
- Past school failure
- Social problems
Some children with conduct disorders seem to have a problem in the brain’s frontal lobe, and this interferes with a child’s ability to plan, avoid harm, and learn from negative experiences.
Call Us Today!
Saber Psychiatry evaluates and treats children and adult psychiatric disorders in Franklin and the adjacent communities. We are currently accepting new patients ages 2 to 65. Call 615.678.7839 to schedule an appointment.