Which of the following statements is true?

A) Non-pharmacological treatment is considered the "first-line" treatment for conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder.
B) Drug therapy is considered the "first-line" treatment for conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder.
C) Anti-depressants are the most widely prescribed drugs for conduct disorder in the United States, Canada, and many other countries.
D) Children with conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder are never prescribed antipsychotics because they tend to increase aggressive behavior.

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Final Answer : A, Explanation :  Non-pharmacological treatment, such as behavioral therapy and family therapy, is considered the first-line treatment for conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder. Drug therapy, including antipsychotics and mood stabilizers, may be used if non-pharmacological treatment is not successful or if symptoms are severe. Anti-depressants are not typically used to treat conduct disorder as it is not primarily a mood disorder. Antipsychotics may be used in some cases, but they may have side effects and are not always effective in reducing aggressive behavior.

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