Disruptive Behaviour & Dissocial Disorder Assessment at The Kuaya

Patterns of conflict, impulsivity, or disregard for rules can create strain in families, schools, workplaces, or social settings. Our Assessment at The Kuaya in Kuala Lumpur offers a private, calm space to understand these behaviours with clarity and care—without judgement or assumptions. This Assessment seeks to provide a grounded Diagnosis that reflects the whole person, not just surface behaviour.

Understanding Behavioural Patterns

Some individuals may show persistent defiance, irritability, or difficulty respecting boundaries—experiences associated with Oppositional Defiance Disorder (sometimes referred to as ODD). Others may struggle with empathy, impulse control, or social responsibility, patterns linked to antisocial personality disorder.

Both Oppositional Defiance Disorder and antisocial personality disorder sit within a spectrum of responses to stress, environment, emotional history, and internal coping strategies.

We recognise that behaviours labelled as odd or “disruptive” are often attempts to manage overwhelming feelings or unmet needs—not signs of intentional harm.

What the Assessment Involves

  • A structured conversation exploring relationships, triggers, and behaviour patterns

  • Clinical tools specific to Oppositional Defiance Disorder and antisocial personality disorder

  • Consideration of emotional regulation, self-protection strategies, and developmental influences

  • A clear Diagnosis with recommendations for therapeutic or support pathways

This Assessment allows us to distinguish between ODD, trauma responses, mood-related behaviours, and the more persistent patterns seen in antisocial personality disorder.

Our Approach

We take time to understand context—family dynamics, personal history, stressors, and strengths. The process is steady, respectful, and shaped around the individual’s capacity. Whether exploring Oppositional Defiance Disorder or antisocial personality disorder, the focus is on insight and support, not blame.

Why This Matters

A thoughtful Diagnosis can guide compassionate intervention:

  • Relationship-focused therapy

  • Emotional regulation strategies

  • Behavioural support plans

  • Long-term resilience-building

At The Kuaya, we believe that behind every challenging behaviour is a story. Our work begins by listening—so that understanding, change, and healing can happen with dignity and care.

Please contact our client service team at info@thekuaya.com or call us at 03-3001 2980