Conduct disorder is a severe emotional and behavioral condition usually found among children and teenagers. An affected child may exhibit a habit of violent and aggressive behavior and have trouble adhering to regulations. Children and teenagers frequently experience issues with their conduct at various stages of development. However, the behavior is seen as a conduct disorder when it is persistent, interferes with the rights of other individuals, deviates from recognized social norms, and when it affects the child’s or family’s normal daily activities.
- Shows aggression
- Inflicts self-injury
- Has temper tantrums
- Shows signs of impulsivity, agitation and angriness
- Defies rules and damages property
- Shows carelessness and withdrawal from daily life
- Has low self-esteem or overconfidence
- Destruction
- Deceitfulness
- Therapy: Consult with a Therapist and get to know what type of therapy would be the best in your case.
- Social Support: For children and teens in school, a team of people will be put together to assist your child with conduct disorder. This team usually consists of social workers, administrators, school psychologists, school counselors, and others.
Therapy helps in conduct disorder by addressing the root causes of the problematic behaviors, imparting coping mechanisms for controlling emotions and impulses, enhancing social and communication skills, and encouraging constructive attitudes and actions. Additionally, therapy can offer a secure setting where the patient can express themselves while simultaneously getting support and guidance from a mental health professional. All things considered, counseling can assist those who suffer from conduct disorder in learning to control their behaviors and have healthier, more satisfying lives. She can also assist and guide the family.
At TBC, our Lebanese Therapists in Dubai provide therapy sessions in Arabic, French, and English to help clients overcome mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, as well as occupational therapy, psychomotor and speech therapy.