Behavioural problems
for parents and carers
This resource is for parents and carers who are worried about their child’s behavioural problems. It also looks at oppositional defiant disorder and conduct-dissocial disorder. It explains what these diagnoses are, why they happen and what support is available.
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Published: Aug 2025
Review due: Aug 2028
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