What we treat · Mental health
Conduct Disorders
Conduct disorders are common among teens and children. Learning more about them is crucial when dealing with children.
- Dual dx — Standard of care
- PHP–OP — Full continuum
- OC — Lake Forest campus
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Condition overview
Understanding conduct disorders treatment
Conduct disorders are common among teens and children. Learning more about them is crucial when dealing with children.
Conduct disorders are serious emotional and behavioral problems. It is distinct from other disorders because it usually starts during childhood or teenage years.
At a glance
Whole-person care
Dual diagnosis is standard. We treat the full clinical picture, not isolated symptoms.
Right level of care
PHP, IOP, Evening IOP, OP, and virtual options—step up or down without starting over.
Licensed clinical team
Individual and group work with clinicians accountable to your goals.
Confidential admissions
Benefits verification and honest guidance on fit—24/7 line available.
More about this program
Children or teenagers suffering from conduct disorders are violent, argumentative, and extremely disruptive.
Conduct disorder is fundamentally different from rebellion. It is more intense and long-lasting. It is also more brazen and is likely to raise alarm among parents and teachers.
Path to care
How we approach conduct disorders
Exact schedules vary by level of care. The path is consistent: assess, stabilize, build skills, and step intensity as you progress.
- Assess
Clinical intake
Confidential review of conduct disorder and dual-diagnosis support, co-occurring conditions, safety, and logistics.
- Match
Level of care
Recommend PHP, IOP, Evening IOP, OP, or virtual based on acuity—not a one-size default.
- Treat
Integrated programming
Therapy, skills, and dual-diagnosis work embedded in your weekly clinical structure.
- Step
Continuity
Step down or up intensity with the same team language as needs change.
Schedules are individualized — admissions can walk you through a sample week for your clinical needs.
Why OC Revive
Why seek care for conduct disorders here
PHP sits between weekly outpatient and full hospitalization—more clinical hours when you need them, without living at a facility overnight.
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Lake Forest outpatient setting
Orange County campus care designed for recovery—calm, accessible, clinically rigorous.
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Evidence-based modalities
CBT, DBT skills, group process, individual work, and experiential supports as clinically indicated.
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Family & real-life practice
Skills you use between sessions—at home, work, and in relationships.
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Insurance navigation
We help verify commercial benefits and explain coverage in plain language.
This path may fit if…
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Symptoms of conduct disorder and dual-diagnosis support are affecting daily life
You are ready for professional outpatient support in Orange County.
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Co-occurring issues may be present
Substance use and mental health often travel together—we treat both when needed.
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You can engage outpatient care
You are medically appropriate for PHP, IOP, OP, or virtual levels—not in need of emergency inpatient stabilization only.
We will redirect if…
Immediate crisis or medical emergency
Call 911 or go to the nearest ER. We can help with next-step outpatient planning after stabilization.
A different intensity is safer
If you need more or less structure, admissions will recommend the honest fit—not force a program.
Another specialty is required first
Some medical or psychiatric needs require concurrent specialists; we coordinate transparently.
Clinical toolkit
How treatment shows up in programming
Clinical and experiential work woven through the program day—skills you practice in session and take home each evening.
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DBT & CBT
Evidence-based frameworks for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and cognitive restructuring—practical skills you can use the same day, not only in session.
- Identify triggers and unhelpful thought patterns
- Build distress-tolerance tools for cravings and conflict
- Practice skills in group and individual settings
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Art & music therapy
Creative modalities when talk therapy is not enough. Expressing through art and music can lower anxiety, surface trauma safely, and open processing that words block.
- Nonverbal expression for hard-to-name feelings
- Reduce anxiety through structured creative work
- Integrated with clinical goals—not free-time only
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Yoga & meditation
Body-based regulation so recovery lives in the nervous system. Grounding, breath, and mindful movement help you stay present when stress spikes outside program hours.
- Breathwork and grounding for acute stress
- Gentle movement to reconnect body and mind
- Skills that travel home with you
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Group & peer support
Process groups and peer connection so you practice recovery with people who understand. Isolation fuels use; community builds accountability and hope.
- Clinical process groups led by licensed staff
- Peer connection without judgment
- Practice social skills in a safe setting
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Individual clinical work
One-to-one time with clinicians who track mood, substance use, and behavior on a plan built for you—not a one-size curriculum delivered on autopilot.
- Personalized treatment planning and check-ins
- Space for dual-diagnosis and trauma themes
- Clear goals between sessions
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Life skills & accountability
Time management, communication, stress tools, and relapse prevention so hours outside program still support recovery—especially for dual-diagnosis needs.
- Relapse-prevention planning you can follow
- Structure that fits work, school, and family
- Skills for relationships and daily life
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All You Need To Know
Conduct disorders are common among teens and children. Learning more about them is crucial when dealing with children.
What Are Conduct Disorders?
Conduct disorders are serious emotional and behavioral problems. It is distinct from other disorders because it usually starts during childhood or teenage years.
How Does A Person Suffering From A Conduct Disorder Behave?
Children or teenagers suffering from conduct disorders are violent, argumentative, and extremely disruptive.
Conduct disorder is fundamentally different from rebellion. It is more intense and long-lasting. It is also more brazen and is likely to raise alarm among parents and teachers.
What Are The Types Of Conduct Disorders?
The types of conduct disorders are usually classified by age. They include
Childhood Onset – This usually begins between the ages of 0-10 years.
Adolescent Onset – This usually begins during the adolescent or teenage years.
Unclear Onset – This is a situation where the specific start time of symptoms is unknown
What Are The Symptoms Of Conduct Disorders?
It’s important to remember that these symptoms must be prolonged and persistent. Having one symptom does not necessarily mean you have a conduct disorder.
What Are The Causes Of Conduct Disorders?
Environmental Causes Attitudes or behaviors prevalent in the child’s environment can cause conduct disorders. This might include poverty, violent parents/guardians, child abuse, and substance abuse.
Genetic Causes The condition of the frontal lobe can be a cause of conduct disorder. The frontal lobe is what determines your personality and cognitive traits. If the frontal lobe is damaged, the chances of getting this disorder increase.
How Is Conduct Disorder Diagnosed?
Diagnosis is usually made by a mental health expert. Diagnosis will require questions and physical examination.
The mental health professional will want to know the symptoms that your child has experienced. Conduct disorders cannot be diagnosed if they have not experienced at least 3 symptoms.
The child or teenager must also have shown at least one of these symptoms in the last 6 months. The expert will also consider the impact it has had on their lives.
What Are The Likely Treatments For Conduct Disorders?
Medication Currently, there are no medications specifically for conduct disorders. However, some medications can be taken to treat some symptoms.
Before taking any medication, seek the recommendation of your doctor or mental health expert.
Psychotherapy This focuses on helping the child or teenager learn new habits and conduct. Cognitive-behavioral therapy and family therapy are used to deal with other issues. This might include anger problems, impulse control, and moral reasoning.
Is Conduct Disorder Curable?
Conduct disorder does not have a cure. However, symptoms can be managed with the right treatment. Getting treatment can give your child can improve their lives.
It also protects them from having more issues in the future. Having other mental issues might also negatively affect the chances of treatment.
When Should You See A Doctor?
You should see the doctor immediately if you notice your child displaying any signs of conduct disorder.
Our campus
A calm outpatient setting in Lake Forest
Comfortable common spaces, outdoor seating, and a clinical environment designed for focused day treatment—not a hospital ward.
Client voices
What people say about care here
“This is an amazing program with dedicated and passionate staff, counselors, and therapists. Everyone is positive and uplifting on a day to day basis. I felt very welcome and accepted during my time at the program.”
“Honestly these guys pretty much saved my life. The staff are fantastic and always there when you need them. The structure and support made recovery feel possible again.”
“OC Revive treated the whole picture—not just the substance. The team helped my family understand dual diagnosis and kept us in the conversation every step.”
What we treat together
Substance use & mental health—treated together
Dual diagnosis is standard, not an add-on. Explore topics below or start with a confidential admissions call.
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FAQ
Common questions
Still unsure whether this level fits? Admissions will walk you through it—no pressure.
(800) 808-675701Do you treat conduct disorders with dual diagnosis?
Yes. When substance use and mental health conditions co-occur, we integrate both into one plan across our continuum.
02Which level of care will I start in?
Admissions and clinical assessment match PHP, IOP, Evening IOP, OP, or virtual care to your acuity, safety, and schedule.
03Where is treatment located?
OC Revive is based in Lake Forest, Orange County, with virtual options when clinically appropriate.
04Do you accept insurance?
We work with many commercial plans as in-network or out-of-network. Call (800) 808-6757 or use our verify form.
05How do I get started?
Call admissions 24/7 for a confidential conversation, or submit the form on this page for a callback.
Next step
Talk with admissions about conduct disorders
We will help verify insurance, explain levels of care, and map a plan for conduct disorder and dual-diagnosis support—confidentially and without pressure.