Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - Article Example

“Often leaves the seat in classroom or in other situations in which remaining seated is expected; often runs about or climbs excessively in situations in which it is inappropriate” (APA, 1994, cited in Foley, Carlton, & Howell, 1996, p. 342). Concurrently, the behaviors that suggest that this may be a conduct disorder are as follows: aggression: “often bullies, threatens, or intimidates; often initiates physical fights; has been physically cruel to people” (APA, 1994, cited in Foley, Carlton, & Howell, 1996, p. 342); and destruction of property: “has deliberately destroyed others property” (APA, 1994, cited in Foley, Carlton, & Howell, 1996, p. 342). In making any recommendations or actions to address William’s dilemma, the legal considerations that must be taken into account include the use of excess force to restrain William and which could cause harm and injury to him; and implementing interventions that run counter to those recommended by the DHS or the surrogate mother, without proper court order or legal approval.