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Conduct Disorders & Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

Conduct Disorders & Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. Contrast and Comparison By Wyn Baker, Donna Cratsenburg-Scott, Tameika Henry, and Heather McKay Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Elizabeth Orr July 25, 2007. Introduction.

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Conduct Disorders & Emotional and Behavioral Disorders

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  1. Conduct Disorders&Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Contrast and Comparison By Wyn Baker, Donna Cratsenburg-Scott, Tameika Henry, and Heather McKay Characteristics of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Elizabeth Orr July 25, 2007

  2. Introduction Behavioral/emotional disorders and conduct disorders share several characteristics while remaining distinct and separate diagnoses. A simple Venn diagram clearly illustrates both similarities and differences between these two disorders.

  3. Emotional & Behavioral Disorders and Conduct DisordersVenn Diagram Emotional and Behavioral Disorders Conduct Disorders • Defiance/ Refusal to Comply • Aggression • Property Destruction • Deceit • Hyperactivity • Immaturity • Learning Difficulties • Argues • Often Loses Temper • Deceit/Theft • Property Destruction • Aggression towards people and animals • Destruction of Property • Lying, stealing • Rule violations

  4. Conclusion Emotional and behavioral disorders involve many characteristics which may overlap with other diagnoses. It is important to realize that although many disorders share characteristics between them, assessment is necessary in order to provide the best possible educational environment.

  5. References American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. (2004) Facts for Families: Conduct Disorder. Retrieved on June 20, 2007 from: http://www.aacap.org/page.ww?name=Conduct+Disorder

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