Geoff Is Nine Years Old

question 354

Multiple Choice

Geoff is nine years old.He cheats in school,steals from his neighbours and classmates,and destroys his classmates' prized possessions when he cannot steal them.He is already using drugs and lies about his drug use and other antisocial activities.He has run away from home twice and he tried to burn down his family's house the first time he was returned home after running away.He has even been caught trying to mutilate the family cat.He appears to feel no guilt or remorse over his behaviour.He is suffering from ________ disorder.

• A)antisocial personality
• B)oppositional defiant
• C)conduct
• D)attention-deficit/ hyperactivity

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Definitions:

Condone

To overlook, forgive, or disregard an offense without protest or censure.

Aggressive Behaviors

Actions characterized by physical or verbal attacks intended to cause harm or assert dominance.

Supervise

To oversee, monitor, or direct the activities of individuals or groups to ensure guidelines or instructions are followed.

Body Boundaries

The concept of understanding where one's body ends and another's begins, crucial for personal space and social development.