Behavioral Disorders in Mesa, AZ
What are Childhood Behavioral Disorders?
Being a child or adolescent is difficult. There are so many challenges that our youth are facing. Many children and adolescents navigate this time well. However, some of our young people struggle through this period.
Behaviors such as arguing, fighting, lying, and bullying are all behaviors that need to be addressed as soon as possible. These children often have a lot of anger or moodiness. They may lose their temper easily. They may be vindictive or blame others for their behaviors.
When these types of behaviors are not addressed early, they can evolve into much more serious behaviors that can cause harm to themselves or others.
Please do not ever think that those behaviors are normal and will go away on their own. It is important to get help to ensure the best outcome.
Childhood Behavioral Health Disorders
Some of the most common types of behavioral health disorders we see in children and adolescents include:
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Emotional Behavioral Disorder
Behavioral Disorder Warning Signs in Children & Adolescents
It’s normal for kids with these types of disorders to become upset more easily or to act out. Some signs that your child could have a behavioral disorder include:
- Refusing to follow authority or rules
- Frequently throwing temper tantrums
- Prone to outbursts and easily angered
- Quick to nervousness
- Blaming others
Our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Jennifer Anderson, can provide comprehensive assessments, as well as create custom treatment options. These treatment plans can include medication, as well as healthy lifestyle adjustments that can improve your child’s symptoms.
