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A 5 page overview of conduct disorder. This paper defines the condition and reviews a 1995 article by A. E. Kazdin, one of the primary researchers in the field of conduct disorder. Bibliography lists 2
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Introduction Conduct disorder is a serious condition which manifests itself in the tendency of individuals to exhibit destructive tendencies which
target either property, people or animals. These individual deceive and steal as it suits their purpose and have not regard for the rights and rules of others. They
also show a lack of remorse and empathy. Unfortunately, conduct disorder is being evidenced more and more frequently among our nations youth. Because of this effective means of
diagnosis and treatment must be identified. A number of researchers have explored conduct disorder. Among the most notable, however, is Alan E.
Kazdin. Kazdins 1995 article "Conduct Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence" is particularly informative. In it he supplies information on diagnostic practices, assessment methods, risk factors and psychosocial interventions.
Kazdins suggested interventions are particularly interesting as they include a full range of current behavioral techniques for this most concerning of conditions. Other areas of particular interest are
the developmental and multidemensional perspectives of the author, techniques for prevention, and suggestions for future research.
Methodology Kazdin all but dismisses the effectiveness of pharmacotherapeutic intervention, contending that there is little evidence to suggest that stimulant medication is
effective in altering the symptoms of conduct disorder. Kazdin also notes a lack of effectiveness of other medications sometimes used in the treatment of this condition. While his
observations may be correct regarding this ineffectivity, however, he fails to address a critical issue, the use of medications to treat comorbid psychiatric conditions such as depression. This address
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