ch. 11.2 Behaviour Disorders Flashcards
What age do tantrums become atypical?
5 years of age
What is intermittent explosive disorder?
engaging in relatively frequent impulsive, severe acts of aggression
What age is Intermittent explosive disorder diagnosed?
6 or older
What are the two main ways to get diagnosed?
- present for 3+ months, no damage of property, animals or other people
- three outbursts involving damaging property, animals or people within 12 months
What is the main biological reason for intermittent explosive disorder?
imbalance in serotonin levels
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
persistent pattern of angry/irritable mood, argumentative/defiant behavior or vindictiveness
When do symptoms begin for oppositional defiant disorder?
toddler and preschool years
What are the three subtypes of oppositional defiant disorder?
Mild: symptoms only occur in one setting
Moderate: some symptoms are present in at least two settings
Severe: symptoms are present in 3 or more settings
What is the biological cause/symptom of Oppositional defiant disorder?
Imbalance in serotonin levels
What is the difference between Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct disorder?
-ODD is less severe, children are not aggressive to people to animals or property
What is Delinquency?
criminal behaviours conducted by juveniles
What is conduct disorder?
persistent pattern of behavior characterized by violating the rights of others, rules or social norms
-aggression towards people and animals
What are the two types of conduct disorder?
Childhood-onset: beginning before 10
Adolescent-onset: beginning at the age of 10 or later
What does conduct disorder require to be diagnosed?
At least two of the following:
-lack of remorse or guilt for their actions
-lack of empathy for others
-lack of concern about performance at school, work
-shallow emotions
What are some biological Factors for Conduct Disorder?
-MAOA gene variant
-childhood maltreatment
-abnormal function of prefrontal cortex/ less amygdala activity
-exposure to neurotoxins prenatally
-high levels of serotonin levels and testosterone
-low levels of cortisol
What are patients with conduct disorder hormones like?
-high blood serotonin and testosterone levels
-lower levels of cortisol
What kind of medication can Conduct disorder patients take?
-antidepressants (target irritability and aggression)
-antipsychotics and mood stabilizers
What is the goal of cognitive behavioral therapy for children with conduct disorder?
to change the way children interpret interpersonal interactions, take and respect others’ perspectives
-reduce aggressive behaviors
