2,500-child study finds distinct brain structural differences in children with conduct disorder compared to those without, linked to emotion regulation, language, and reasoning.
2,500-child study reveals distinct brain structural differences in children with conduct disorder compared to those without, including reduced surface area in the cortex and lower volume in areas linked to emotion regulation, language, and reasoning. Conduct disorder, affecting 5% of children aged 5-16 in the UK, is associated with disruptive behaviors like fighting and bullying. Researchers hope the findings will help improve treatment for children with the condition, stressing that they cannot simply be labeled as "naughty."
July 16, 2024
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