10 Facts About Conduct Disorder

8. Talk Therapy for Treatment of Conduct Disorder

Depending on the cause, children who develop conduct disorder due to other mental health conditions may be prescribed medications or placed in foster homes if a negative environment is deemed the likely cause. Usually, a mental health professional uses behavior or talk therapy to treat children and adolescents with conduct disorder. These therapies are proven to help individuals express their emotions appropriately and manage disruptive or aggressive behavior.

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