Conduct Disorders, characterized by repetitive and persistent patterns of behavior that violate societal norms and the rights of others, often manifest in childhood or adolescence. Understanding their underlying causes and effective interventions is paramount. The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry provides in-depth insights into conduct disorders, emphasizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches and the latest research findings. Our expert editors ensure content is actionable and relevant, aiding psychiatrists in offering effective care to affected individuals.
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Nonsuicidal Self-Injury and Its Association with Suicidal Ideation and Negative Affect
April 8, 2026
Desire to self-harm was associated with nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) episodes. Further, NSSI was related to higher negative affect and negative interpersonal experience, which decreased across follow-up.
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Using Natural Language Processing to Evaluate Differences in Psychotherapeutic Services for PTSD in a Suicide-Risk-Stratified Veteran Sample
April 8, 2026
Psychotherapeutic care for PTSD differed for patients who did and did not die by suicide, suggesting the importance of developing risk-tier-specific care.
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Correlates and Predictors of Criminal Legal Involvement in First-Episode Psychosis
March 30, 2026
More than 10% of people with first-episode psychosis are involved in the legal system before (11%) and while (14%) receiving mental health treatment, which can interrupt access to specialty...
