A 9‑year‑old presents with sudden, severe aggressive outburs…

A 9‑year‑old presents with sudden, severe aggressive outbursts that include physical aggression leading to property damage and harm to peers. These episodes are unprovoked and disproportionate to any situational stressors. Which diagnosis does this presentation best support?

A 9‑year‑old girl is evaluated for ADHD. Her teachers report…

A 9‑year‑old girl is evaluated for ADHD. Her teachers report significant distractibility and difficulty completing tasks at school, yet her behavior at home is largely age‑appropriate. Which aspect of the DSM‑V criteria is most critical in establishing an ADHD diagnosis in this scenario?

A 14‑year‑old boy is brought in by his parents because he re…

A 14‑year‑old boy is brought in by his parents because he reports hearing voices that comment on his actions. His teachers also note that he appears withdrawn and disorganized in class. Which diagnostic consideration is most appropriate given the duration of symptoms is 3 months?