Behavioral Disorders

 

Behavioral disorders involve a pattern of disruptive behaviors in children that last for at least 6 months and cause problems in school, at home and in social situations. Behavioral disorders involve a pattern of disruptive behaviors in children that last for at least 6 months and cause problems in school, at home and in social situations.Nearly everyone shows some of these behaviors at times, but behavior disorders are more serious.

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Behavioral disorders may involve:

• Inattention

• Hyperactivity

• Impulsivity

• Defiant behavior

• drug use

• criminal activity

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Behavioral disorders include:

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

• Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

• Conduct Disorder