Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Behavior Disorders
Boys are two to three times more likely to have ADHD than girls.
Behavior disorders (sometimes referred to as disruptive behavior disorders) are the most common reasons children are referred for mental health evaluations and treatment. All disruptive behavior is not the same. Behavior disorders include mental health problems which include behaviors and emotional problems that create interpersonal and emotional problems for children and adolescents during the course of their development.
The most common behavior disorder in children is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which includes inattentive, impulsive, and hyperactive behaviors. Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is another behavior disorder that includes behaviors disruptive to relationships with others (i.e., angry and resentful oppositional behavior). Conduct disorder involves behaviors which violate social norms and expectations.
There are many types of behavioral disorders that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Disclaimer:
This information is not intended to substitute or replace the professional medical advice you receive from your child's physician. The content provided on this page is for informational purposes only, and was not designed to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease. Please consult your child's physician with any questions or concerns you may have regarding a medical condition.
Last reviewed on 9/30/2005