A psychological disorder in childhood and adolescence characterized by disruptive, antisocial behavior is known as ______.

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Conduct disorder is characterized by a persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others or major age-appropriate societal norms are violated. Symptoms include aggression towards people and animals, destruction of property, deceitfulness or theft, and serious violations of rules. Conduct disorder often begins in childhood and may progress to more severe forms of antisocial behavior in adulthood.

A Psychological Disorder in Childhood and Adolescence Characterized by Disruptive