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Cognitive behavioral program on aggression and self-concept among institutionalized children with conduct disorder
Sayeda Mohamed Mohamed1, Salwa Ali Marzouk2, Faransa Ali Ahmed3
1Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.
Archives of Psychiatric Nursing
|June 10, 2022
Summary
Cognitive-behavioral programs significantly reduced aggression and improved self-concept in institutionalized children with conduct disorder. This intervention offers an effective, low-cost approach for behavioral and self-esteem enhancement.
Area of Science:
- Child and Adolescent Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Conduct Disorder (CD) involves persistent aggressive behaviors and rule violations in individuals under 18.
- CD negatively impacts social norms and societal rules.
- Understanding CD's effects is crucial for effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of cognitive-behavioral programs on aggression and self-concept.
- To assess the efficacy of these programs in institutionalized children with CD.
- To provide evidence for non-pharmacological interventions for CD.
Main Methods:
- Quasi-experimental design.
- Inclusion of approximately 100 institutionalized children with CD from Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
- Data collection via aggression scales, self-concept scales, and sociodemographic data sheets.
Main Results:
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy significantly reduced aggression in children with CD (p=.011).
- Post-intervention, 64% of participants showed moderate self-concept, compared to 44% pre-intervention.
- A significant negative correlation was found between aggressive behavior and self-concept.
Conclusions:
- Cognitive-behavioral programs effectively remediate aggressive behaviors and improve self-concept.
- This intervention is a low-cost, non-invasive method for managing CD in institutionalized youth.
- Recommendations include implementing CBT programs for children with conduct disorder.
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