Randal is a 17-year-old whose parents have left him mostly on his own for several years.They leave for days on end to drink and gamble,leaving no food or assistance for him in the home.When they do come around,they often beat Randal and criticize him because the house is unkempt.Randal is usually on the streets vandalizing cars and getting involved in arson.Randal would be categorized as a(n)

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Undersocialized delinquents are individuals who have not been properly socialized due to inadequate parenting or environmental factors, such as neglect or abuse. Randal fits this description, as his parents have left him mostly on his own with no food or assistance and often beat and criticize him. His behavior, such as vandalizing cars and arson, is a result of his lack of proper socialization and guidance. Juvenile delinquent and conduct disorder refer to specific categories of behavior, and oppositional defiant does not fully encompass Randal's situation.

Randal Is a 17-Year-Old Whose Parents Have Left Him Mostly