About Conduct Disorder
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive, talk-based therapy with no physical side effects.Focuses on building long-term coping skills and prosocial behaviors.Involves family to improve communication and home environment.Evidence-based techniques like CBT are highly effective.Aims to prevent future academic, social, and legal problems.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent aggression towards people or animals (e.g., bullying, fighting).
- Destruction of property (e.g., vandalism, fire-setting).
- Deceitfulness or theft (e.g., lying, shoplifting, breaking into homes).
- Serious violations of rules (e.g., truancy, running away from home).
- Behavior causing significant impairment in social, academic, or occupational functioning.
How to prepare
- Initial comprehensive assessment including interviews with the child and parents.
- Review of school reports, medical history, and any previous evaluations.
- Discussion of treatment goals and expectations with the family.
- Establishing a consistent schedule for therapy sessions.
- Creating a supportive and confidential environment for the child.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential for initial increase in emotional distress as difficult topics are addressed.
- Risk of non-cooperation or dropout from therapy if motivation is low.
- Possible strain on family dynamics during the treatment process.
- Treatment may not be fully effective if there are severe co-occurring conditions or an unsupportive environment.
- No physical risks are associated with psychological therapy itself.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a gradual process measured in behavioral changes, not physical healing.
- Regular weekly or bi-weekly therapy sessions are typically required for several months.
- Parents are coached to consistently apply behavior management strategies at home.
- Progress is monitored through improved behavior at school, home, and in the community.
- Long-term follow-up or booster sessions may be recommended to maintain gains.
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Typical hospital stay: 0 days (outpatient therapy)
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Expected recovery time: Ongoing process over 6-12 months of active therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering conduct disorder in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with psychology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for conduct disorder compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | INR 500 – 2.5 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient therapy) | ~ Ongoing process over 6-12 months of active therapy | Know More |
| Turkey | TRY 1.75 Thousand – 8.75 Thousand | 0 days (outpatient therapy) | ~ Ongoing process over 6-12 months of active therapy | Know More |
Ishaan Williams, a 15-year-old from a...
Ishaan Williams, a 15-year-old from a suburban neighborhood, had always been a quiet child until his parents' divorce two years ago. Since then, he had been living with his mother, who worked long hours. Ishaan's symptoms began with frequent school suspensions for fighting, vandalizing school property, and cruel bullying of younger students. He had stolen from local stores and once set a small fire in a dumpster behind his apartment building. His mother, overwhelmed and heartbroken, was recommended by the school counselor to seek a psychological evaluation. The psychologist, Dr. Evans, diagnosed Ishaan with Conduct Disorder and recommended a multi-faceted treatment plan including weekly cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, family therapy to improve communication and support at home, and a social skills group for teens. The treatment experience was challenging; Ishaan was initially hostile and dismissive. Over months, through consistent, non-judgmental therapy, he began to explore the anger and sadness he felt about his family's breakdown. He learned to identify triggers for his aggression and practice alternative responses. Post-treatment, after 18 months, Ishaan's school suspensions ceased, he made a few positive friendships, and he began working part-time at a community center. While not without setbacks, his path was markedly different. Emotionally, he journeyed from a place of deep-seated rage and isolation to one of guarded hope, developing a fragile sense of self-worth and accountability.
Psychologists for Conduct Disorder
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