Understanding Behavioral Disorders and Their Causes
Explore the various causes, signs, and symptoms of behavioral disorders, including biological, family-related, and school-related factors. Learn about emotional and physical symptoms, along with ways to identify and manage behavioral issues.
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Causes a Behavioral Disorder TEXTS IN SPECIAL TEXTS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATION
What Causes a Behavioral Disorder? A behavioral disorder can have a variety of causes. According to the University of North Carolina, the abnormal behavior that is usually associated with these disorders can be traced back to biological, family and school-related factors. Some biological causes may include: Physical illness or disability Malnutrition Brain damage Hereditary factors
Other factors related to an individuals home life may contribute to behaviors associated with a behavioral disorder: Divorce or other emotional upset at home Coercion from parents Unhealthy or inconsistent discipline style Poor attitude schooling toward education or
What Are the Signs of a Behavioral Disorder? Someone who has disorder may act emotional upset in different ways, which will also vary from person to person. a behavioral or display out
Emotional Symptoms of Behavioral Disorders According to Boston Children s Hospital, some of the emotional symptoms of behavioral disorders include: Easily getting annoyed or nervous Often appearing angry Putting blame on others Refusing to follow rules or questioning authority Arguing and throwing temper tantrums Having difficulty in handling frustration
Physical Symptoms of Behavioral Disorders Unlike other types of health issues, a behavioral disorder will have mostly emotional symptoms, with physical symptoms such as a fever, rash, or headache being absent. However, sometimes people suffering from a behavioral disorder will develop a substance abuse problem, which could show physical symptoms such as burnt fingertips, shaking or bloodshot eyes.
