Childhood behavioral disorders
Childhood behavioral disorders encompass a group of psychiatric conditions characterized by persistent, disruptive, and dysfunctional behaviors. These behaviors often violate societal norms and interfere with the child's social, academic, and family functioning. Behavioral disorders can manifest as aggression, impulsivity, defiance, or difficulty adhering to rules. While some behavioral challenges in children may be developmentally appropriate and situational, persistent and severe patterns of maladaptive behavior often signify underlying disorders.
Also: behavior disorders of childhood and adolescence – observable behaviors in young people that deviate from the norm (APA dictionary of psychology).
Key behavioral disorders in children:
Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) is marked by recurrent episodes of intense, uncontrolled aggression that are disproportionate to the triggering event.
Conduct Disorder (CD) involves a persistent pattern of behavior violating the rights of others and societal norms.
Oppositional-Provocative Disorder (ODD) is characterized by problems in emotional self-regulation and behavior, leading to defiance and hostility, particularly toward authority figures.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder involving deficits in self-control, attention, and impulse regulation.
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