Description

Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders are a group of behavioral conditions characterized by ongoing patterns of behavior that violate societal norms and the rights of others. These disorders often manifest in childhood or adolescence and can lead to significant impairment in social, academic, or occupational functioning.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term encompasses various specific disorders, including Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder. It's important to use the clinical terminology consistently and avoid colloquial terms that may not convey the same severity or clinical context. Common variants may include 'trastornos de conducta' or 'trastornos de control de impulsos', which should be avoided in formal medical contexts.

Example Sentences

EN: Children with Disruptive, Impulse Control, and Conduct Disorders often struggle to follow rules and may exhibit aggressive behaviors.

ES: Los niños con Trastornos Disruptivos, del Control de Impulso y de la Conducta a menudo tienen dificultades para seguir las reglas y pueden mostrar comportamientos agresivos.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'trastornos de ansiedad'; misinterpreting as general behavioral issues; using informal language instead of clinical terms.