A 16-year-old diagnosed with a conduct disorder has been in a residential program for 3 months.Which outcome should occur before discharge?

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The adolescent and the parents must agree on a behavioral contract that clearly outlines rules,expected behaviors,and consequences for misbehavior.It must also include rewards for following the rules.The adolescent will continue to experience anger and frustration.The adolescent and parents must continue with family therapy to work on boundary and communication issues.It is not necessary to separate the adolescent from the family to work on these issues.Separation is detrimental to the healing process.While it is helpful for the adolescent to identify peers who are a positive influence,it's more important for behavior to be managed for an adolescent diagnosed with a conduct disorder.

A 16-Year-Old Diagnosed with a Conduct Disorder Has Been in a Residential