Conduct Disorder Assessments | Cadabams CDC
Conduct Disorder Assessments give parents reliable answers when a child’s behaviour feels out of control. At Cadabams CDC, we combine clinically proven tools, warm clinicians and a child-friendly setting to pinpoint the cause of persistent aggression, rule-breaking or defiance—then create a clear plan forward.
Why Choose Cadabams for Conduct Disorder Assessments
Evidence-Based Tools & Expert Clinicians
• Clinicians certified in DSM-5 diagnostic interviews • Paediatric rating scales validated for Indian norms • Inter-rater reliability above 90 % ensures accurate results
Child-Friendly Environment
• Colourful playrooms reduce stress during observations • Flexible scheduling—no rush, no pressure • Parent lounge stocked with refreshments and Wi-Fi
Understanding Conduct Disorder in Children & Youth
Key Symptoms & DSM-5 Criteria
A Conduct Disorder diagnosis requires three or more of the following in the past 12 months (and at least one in the past 6):
- Bullying or intimidation
- Physical fights
- Use of a weapon
- Cruelty to animals or people
- Deliberate fire-setting
- Property destruction (vandalism)
- Deceitfulness or theft
- Serious rule violations (truancy, running away before age 13)
Risk Factors: Family, Peers & Environment
• Family: Harsh discipline, inconsistent parenting, domestic violence • Peers: Association with delinquent friends • Environment: Low socio-economic status, high-crime neighbourhoods
Our Assessment Process in 4 Steps
Step 1: Initial Parent Interview
We gather developmental history, school reports and family dynamics. Duration: 45–60 minutes.
Step 2: Child Clinical Observation
Structured play and semi-structured conversation reveal real-world social skills and impulse control. Duration: 30–45 minutes.
Step 3: Standardized Rating Scales
Parents and teachers complete digital questionnaires: • Vanderbilt Conduct Disorder Scale • Delinquent Activities Scale (DAS) • Conners-3 (for ADHD overlap) • CBCL (Child Behaviour Checklist)
Step 4: Feedback & Personalized Plan
Within one week, we sit down with parents to: • Explain results in plain language • Share a written report with diagnostic impressions • Outline next-step options—therapy, skill-training or school liaison
Assessment Tools We Use
| Tool | Focus | Admin Time | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt Conduct Disorder Scale | Aggression & rule-breaking | 10 min | School & home correlation |
| Delinquent Activities Scale (DAS) | Severity of offending | 10 min | Tracks change over time |
| Conners-3 | ADHD vs CD overlap | 20 min | Differentiates comorbidities |
| CBCL | Broad behaviour screen | 15 min | Normed on Indian population |
What Happens After the Assessment?
Interventions & Therapies Available
• Parent Management Training (PMT): 12-session programme teaching positive discipline • Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Targets anger, problem-solving and empathy skills • Social-skills Groups: 6–8 children learning cooperation and negotiation • School Consultation: Training teachers to reinforce new behaviours