Study Reveals Brain Structure Differences in Children with Conduct Disorder

Research shows significant reductions in cortical surface area and subcortical volumes, offering insights for potential treatments.

Overview

Children with conduct disorder exhibit reduced cortical surface area and subcortical volume.
Brain regions affected include those critical for behavior, cognition, and emotion regulation.
Largest study of its kind analyzed nearly 2,500 children's brain scans.
Findings suggest early adversities may contribute to brain structure differences.
Results emphasize the need for more research and better interventions for conduct disorder.