Differentiating Empathy Deficits and Aggression Profiles of Primary and Secondary Callous-Unemotional Traits in Conduct Disorder: Sex Matters!

Key Points

• Empathy deficits are significant predictors of aggression profiles in conduct disorder cases.
• Males demonstrate stronger links between callous-unemotional traits and aggression than females.
• Assessment using behavioral measures identifies distinct profiles for primary and secondary traits.
• Understanding these differences supports tailored interventions for conduct disorder based on sex.