Behavior Disorders

As the name implies, these disorders have to do with bad behavior. Kids with these issues tend to defy authority, have angry outbursts, and may be aggressive toward others. Behavior disorders are ‘pervasive,’ meaning that these behaviors happen a lot. This is not the...

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism is primarily a disorder of social interaction. People with autism struggle to make and keep friends. Their struggle with “social reciprocity” means they do not understand the give-and-take of social relationships. They struggle to communicate, and social...

Anxiety Disorders

Children who have anxiety tend to look scared a lot. They may often make comments, such as, “what if,” because they fear something bad happening in the future. These kids are often afraid of multiple things and may have intense fears of dogs, insects, or the dark....

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that is diagnosed based on behavioral presentation. Inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity may have a variety of underlying causes that are neurodevelopmental. People with ADHD struggle to pay attention...

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