When determining a differential diagnosis between oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder, a psychologist might look for which of the following behaviours to help with the diagnosis?

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Violent behaviors are more characteristic of conduct disorder than oppositional defiant disorder, which helps differentiate the two. Conduct disorder involves more serious violations of social norms and rules, including aggression toward people and animals, destruction of property, deceitfulness or theft, and serious violations of rules.

When Determining a Differential Diagnosis Between Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct