Compare and Contrast the Categorization and the Criteria for Diagnosis

question 89

Essay

Compare and contrast the categorization and the criteria for diagnosis of childhood-onset type and adolescent-onset type conduct disorders.

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Definitions:

Unhealthy

Describes conditions, habits, or behaviors that are detrimental to one's physical or mental well-being.

Borderline

Borderline often refers to borderline personality disorder (BPD), a mental health condition characterized by unstable moods, behavior, relationships, and self-image.

Unstable

Lacking consistency, predictability or reliability, often used to describe emotional states or chemical compounds.

Manipulation

An action or strategy carefully designed to change a person's behavior or perception in a subtle or overt way.