Question 1

Relational aggression is a term used to describe a pattern of aggression MOST common among:

Accepted Answer

Relational aggression, which involves harming others through manipulation or damage to relationships, is most commonly observed among girls diagnosed with conduct disorder.

Question 2

A child is receiving problem-solving skills training as a treatment for conduct disorder. Based on this information, you can be reasonably sure that:

Accepted Answer

Problem-solving skills training for conduct disorder often involves cognitive-behavioral techniques. These interventions focus on helping the child develop more effective coping strategies, improve problem-solving abilities, and better manage their behavior. This approach does not necessarily involve medication, nor is it specific to preschoolers or females.

Question 3

Behaviors in which individuals secretly commit nonaggressive behaviors, such as being truant from school, are consistent with what pattern of conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

Covert-nondestructive behaviors are secretive or concealed actions that are not directly harmful to others, such as truancy from school. This pattern does not involve overt aggression or destruction, distinguishing it from the other options.

Question 4

Openly offensive and confrontational behaviors are consistent with what pattern of conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

Overt-destructive behaviors are those that are openly aggressive and confrontational, fitting the description of openly offensive and confrontational behaviors.

Question 5

Jordan is a terrible bully. He is very aggressive and repeatedly takes advantage of others. He will say anything to get his way or to try to stay out of trouble. Recently he was arrested for vandalism and ended up getting probation. He will MOST likely be labeled as displaying:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Jordan is a terrible bully. He is...

Question 6

An intervention in which parents and their children who have been diagnosed with conduct disorder do behavior therapy targeting and rewarding desired behavior is called:

Accepted Answer

Parent management training (PMT) is an intervention where parents are trained to change their child's behavior at home by using reinforcement techniques to encourage positive behavior and applying consistent discipline to address undesirable behavior. This approach is particularly effective for children with conduct disorder, as it focuses on improving the parent-child interaction and managing the child's behavior in a structured and supportive manner.

Question 7

A 16-year-old teenager has just been arrested for the third time for shoplifting. She will MOST likely be labeled with:

Accepted Answer

Juvenile delinquency is the term used to describe the actions of a young person (typically under the age of 18) who engages in illegal behavior, such as shoplifting. Being arrested multiple times for such an act fits this definition.

Question 8

Conduct disorder has MOST often been associated with:

Accepted Answer

The answer of Conduct disorder has MOST often been associated...

Question 9

Secretive destructive behaviors such as violating other people's property, breaking and entering, and setting fires are consistent with what pattern of conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

Covert-destructive behaviors are secretive or concealed actions that cause harm or destruction, such as property violation, breaking and entering, and arson. These behaviors align with the definition of covert-destructive pattern in conduct disorder.

Question 10

"My seven-year-old needs to get help for conduct disorder. What do you recommend?" Based on current research, which is the BEST answer?

Accepted Answer

Parent management training is considered one of the most effective treatments for conduct disorder, as it focuses on improving parenting skills to manage a child's behavior.

Question 11

At a parent-teacher conference, a child's parents are astounded to learn that their son has been showing up late for school, despite leaving home with more than enough time to get to school. This behavior MOST closely fits which pattern of conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

The behavior of showing up late for school without a direct confrontation or destruction fits the covert-nondestructive pattern of conduct disorder. This pattern involves non-aggressive behaviors that are not directly confrontational or destructive, such as truancy, lying, or in this case, tardiness.

Question 12

"No way am I sending my child through that program. I've heard horror stories about how kids act once they leave." Based on research, the person who said this would be accurate if expressing reservations about:

Accepted Answer

Juvenile training centers, often referred to as boot camps or reform schools, have been criticized for their harsh methods and the negative effects on the behavior and mental health of the children who go through them. Research and reports have shown that children can sometimes exhibit worse behavior after attending these programs, due to the punitive and often abusive practices employed.

Question 13

Which is NOT a goal of parent-child interaction therapy?

Accepted Answer

Encouraging parents to act consistently with their child is not a goal of parent-child interaction therapy.

Question 14

Which is MOST likely to be successful as part of a treatment foster care program?

Accepted Answer

Training and treatment that involve the child, the foster parents, and the biological parents are most likely to be successful in a treatment foster care program because it addresses the needs and dynamics of all parties involved, promoting a holistic approach to care and rehabilitation.

Question 15

The LEAST effective way to deal with conduct disorder is by:

Accepted Answer

Having children live in juvenile training centers is generally considered the least effective method for dealing with conduct disorder. This approach often isolates the child from their support system and may expose them to negative influences, rather than addressing the underlying issues and teaching positive behaviors.

Question 16

A child with conduct problems participates in group sessions that teach her to manage her anger more effectively, view situations in perspective, solve problems, become aware of her emotions, build social skills, set goals, and handle peer pressure. This child is participating in:

Accepted Answer

The Anger Coping and Coping Power Program is designed to help children and adolescents manage their anger, solve problems, and develop social skills, among other goals, which aligns with the interventions described.

Question 17

Which is NOT an effective treatment for conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

Juvenile training centers, also known as boot camps, have not been shown to be effective in treating conduct disorder. In fact, research suggests that these types of punitive approaches can sometimes exacerbate the problem, rather than alleviate it. On the other hand, treatment foster care, anger coping programs, and problem-solving skills training are all interventions that have been found to be effective in managing and treating conduct disorder by addressing the underlying issues and teaching positive behaviors.

Question 18

Openly offensive but nonconfrontational behaviors such as lying are consistent with what pattern of conduct disorder?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Openly offensive but nonconfrontational behaviors such as...

Question 19

Enuresis is defined as:

Accepted Answer

Enuresis is defined as repeated bedwetting or wetting of one's clothes typically after the age of five, and it is not necessarily intentional or an act of defiance.

Question 20

Behavior called _____ occurs when a person commits social misdeeds such as slandering others, spreading rumors, and manipulating friendships.

Accepted Answer

Relational aggression involves harming others through purposeful manipulation and damage to their social relationships or social status, which includes behaviors like slandering, spreading rumors, and manipulating friendships.

Quiz 17: Disorders Common Among Children and Adolescents