Geoff is nine years old.He cheats in school,steals from his neighbours and classmates,and destroys his classmates' prized possessions when he cannot steal them.He is already using drugs and lies about his drug use and other antisocial activities.He has run away from home twice and he tried to burn down his family's house the first time he was returned home after running away.He has even been caught trying to mutilate the family cat.He appears to feel no guilt or remorse over his behaviour.He is suffering from ________ disorder.

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Geoff's behavior indicates a disregard for social norms and the rights of others, which is characteristic of conduct disorder. Oppositional defiant disorder may involve disobeying authority figures and exhibiting a negative attitude, but Geoff's behavior goes beyond this. ADHD may lead to impulsive and hyperactive behavior, but it does not explain Geoff's deliberate and premeditated actions. Antisocial personality disorder typically requires the individual to be 18 years or older and have a history of conduct disorder.

Geoff Is Nine Years Old