Behavioral Disorders
Behavioral disorders involve a pattern of disruptive behaviors that cause problems in school, at home and in social situations. Behavioral disorders are common in children and adults. Nearly everyone shows some of these behaviors at times, but behavior disorders are more serious. If left untreated in childhood, these disorders can negatively affect a person's ability to hold a job and maintain relationships.
Emotional symptoms of behavioral disorders
- Easily annoyed or nervous
- Often appearing angry
- Putting blame on others
- Refusing to follow rules or questioning authority
- Arguing and throwing temper tantrums
- Having difficulty handling frustration
- Inattention
- Hyperactivity
- Impulsivity
- Defiant behavior
- Drug Use
- Criminal Activity
Behavioral disorders include:
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Conduct Disorder
- Anxiety disorders including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Panic Disorder
- Disruptive behavioral disorders
- Emotional disorders
If you think you or your child has a behavioral disorder, call Harbor to get an assessment.
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Developmental Delays
A developmental delay is more than just being "slower to develop" or "a little behind". It means a child is continually behind in gaining the skills expected by a certain age. Developmental delays are a group of conditions due to an impairment in physical, learning, language or behavior areas. These conditions begin during the developmental period, may impact day-to-day functioning, and usually last throughout a person's lifetime. Examples of developmental disabilities include:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Behavior Disorder
- Language Disorder
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
- Intellectual disability