ADHD, ODD, Conduct disorder

Question 1

ADHD

Answer 1

patterns in behaviour that result in performance issues in social, work or educational settings

Question 2

ADHD Treatment

Answer 2

Lifestyle changes
Behavioural interventions
Pharmacology - Ritalin - reduces hyperactivity

Question 3

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Answer 3

Pattern of angry, irritated, argumentative mood/behaviour lasting at least 6 months

Question 4

ODD Aetiology

Answer 4

genetics, demographical, environmental, biological, familial

Question 5

Conduct disorder

Answer 5

Persistent antisocial behaviour in children and adolescents that significantly impairs social, academic or occupational functioning

Question 6

Conduct disorder Symptoms

Answer 6

Aggression
lying
physical fights
threatening
bullying
arson
vandalism
property damage

Question 7

Conduct disorder treatment

Answer 7

child: parent education, family therapy, social skills training
adolescents: therapy, address drug and alcohol problems, anger management, social training

Question 8

Conduct disorder Aetiology, risk factors, onset

Answer 8

Onset: before 10 yr old
Aetiology: genetics, environmental
Risk factors: poor parenting, abuse, low esteem and achievement, no peers