Dr. Deane G. Baldwin, M.D.
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Conduct Disorder
Conduct Disorder (CD) is largely associated with delinquent or criminal activity. The economic and social impact of CD makes it a high priority mental health problem because lives and property are often damaged or destroyed by those with the disorder. Individuals with CD are often incarcerated for their criminal activity and many pursue a chronic criminal life style. The loss of property and the expense of incarceration as well as the loss of personal income place the cost of
December 30, 2003
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a common mental disorder seen in childhood and adolescence. The incident of ODD is, on the average, about 10% but fluctuates from study to study depending on the population and the methodology used to determine the diagnosis. ODD is seen more often in males until adolescence when the male/female ratio becomes more even. ODD is also more likely to be present in families where mental disorders are present. A substantial number of children
August 7, 2003
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Executive Function
Dr. Alysa Doyle, a psychologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital, has recently outlined the components or parts of executive function. Executive function is thought process necessary for planning to reach goals and adapting to changes in your environment. Dr. Doyle has listed the components as follows:n1. The ability to inhibit and defer a response.n2. Shifting/cognitive flexibilityn3. Abstract reasoningn4. Organization and planningn5. Working memoryn6. Interference cont
February 10, 2003