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Conduct disorder
Treatment: Successful treatment requires close involvement of the child's family. Parents can learn techniques to help manage their child's problem behavior. In cases of abuse, the child may need to be removed from the family and placed in a less chaotic environment. Treatment, such as medications or talk therapy, may be used for depression and attention-deficit disorder, which commonly accompany conduct disorder. Many "behavioral modification" schools, "wilderness programs," and "boot camps" are sold to parents as solutions for conduct disorder. These may use a form of "attack therapy" or "confrontation" that can actually be harmful. There is no research support for such techniques. Research suggests that treating children at home, along with their families, is more effective. Text Continues Below If you are considering an inpatient program, be sure to thoroughly check it out. There have been serious injuries and deaths associated with some of them, and in many states they are not regulated. Expectations (prognosis): Those children who have severe or frequent symptoms tend to have the poorest prognosis. Expectations are also worse for individuals who have other illnesses, such as mood and drug abuse disorders. Complications: Children with conduct disorder may go on to develop personality disorders as adults, particularly antisocial personality disorder. As their behaviors worsen, these individuals may also develop significant drug and legal problems. Calling your health care provider: Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>