Viselkedészavar

Viselkedészavar, translated to English as conduct disorder, refers to a repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior in children and adolescents in which the basic rights of others or major age-appropriate societal norms or rules are violated. This behavior is often characterized by aggression towards people and animals, destruction of property, deceitfulness or theft, and serious violations of rules.

The diagnosis of viselkedészavar is typically made when these behaviors are frequent and severe, causing significant impairment in social, academic, or occupational functioning. It is not simply occasional misbehavior; rather, it represents a pervasive pattern that affects multiple areas of a young person's life.

Common manifestations include bullying, initiating physical fights, using weapons, cruelty to animals, deliberately setting fires, destroying property, lying or stealing, and often staying out past curfew, running away from home, or skipping school. These behaviors can escalate over time and may be associated with later development of antisocial personality disorder in adulthood.

Causes of viselkedészavar are believed to be complex and multifactorial, involving a combination of genetic, environmental, and psychological influences. Factors such as family history of conduct problems, parental neglect or abuse, exposure to violence, peer group influences, and certain neurological or temperamental predispositions have been implicated.

Treatment for viselkedészavar often involves a multi-modal approach, including behavioral therapies, parent management training, and sometimes educational interventions. Early intervention is crucial, as it can help to mitigate the long-term consequences of the disorder.