A repetitive and persistent pattern of antisocial behavior that results in problems at school or work or in relationships with others is called

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Conduct disorder is a diagnosis given to individuals under the age of 18 who engage in a repetitive and persistent pattern of behavior that violates the rights of others or major societal norms, including aggression towards people or animals, destruction of property, theft, and deceitfulness. It is often a precursor to the development of antisocial personality disorder in adulthood. Oppositional defiant disorder and psychopath syndrome have overlapping symptoms and behaviors with conduct disorder, but are not the same diagnosis. Antisocial personality disorder is a diagnosis given to individuals over the age of 18 who have a pervasive disregard for the rights of others and a lack of empathy.

A Repetitive and Persistent Pattern of Antisocial Behavior That Results