Humberto often loses his temper, argues with his teacher and parents, and his parents report he is vindictive. He is not aggressive toward people or shoplifts but he is hostile in general. Humberto is likely to have a _____.

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Humberto's behavior is characteristic of oppositional defiant disorder, which is characterized by frequent outbursts of anger, arguments with parents and teachers, and vindictiveness. It is separate from conduct disorder, which involves aggression towards people or animals, destruction of property, and theft. Antisocial personality disorder is a more severe and long-standing pattern of disregard for others' rights and the law, typically seen in adults. There is no diagnosis called "juvenile disorder."

Humberto Often Loses His Temper, Argues with His Teacher and Parents