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ASWB Social Work Bachelor's Exam Prep

Category - Development

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Alex gets into major fights at school and within the community. He appears to demonstrate aggressive and violent behaviors. Alex has also been caught stealing and he shows disregard for his safety. Which disorder appropriately defines this 16-year-old boy?
  1. Anti-social personality disorder
  2. Manic depressive disorder
  3. ADHD
  4. Compulsive behavior disorder
Explanation
Answer - A - Anti-social personality disorder begins in childhood and progresses on until adulthood. It is a pattern of disregard for and violations of the rights of others. Individuals with this disorder display poor behavioral controls such as annoyance, irritability, aggression, and verbal abuse.
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