Emotional Disturbance

What is Emotional Disturbance?

A condition exhibiting one or more of the following characteristics over a long period of time:

An inability to learn that cannot be explained by intellectual, sensory, or health factors

• An inability to build or maintain satisfactory interpersonal relationships with peers and teachers
• An iappropriate types of behavior or feelings under normal circumstances
• A general pervasive mood of unhappiness or depression  
• A tendency to develop physical symptoms or fears associated with personal or school problems

 

Characteristics

• When a person’s physical, social, or cognitive skills are affecte
• Hyperactivity (short attention span, impulsiveness)
• Aggression/self-injury (acting out, fighting)
• Withdrawal(not socially interacting, excessive fear/anxiety
• Immaturity (inappropriate crying, temper tantrums)
• Learning difficulties (academically below grade level

 

Learning Strategies:

·       Family therapy

·       Training strategies for parents

·       Training in problem-solving for child

·       Community-based services

·       Psychotherapy or counseling

·       Diet

·       Medication

·       Positive behavioral support in the school environment