Emotional Disturbance

Emotional Disturbance

Mickayla W. & Michelle H.

Examples of ED  

Anxiety Disorder

 

Bipolar Disorder

Eating Disorder

Psychotic Disorder

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Conduct Disorder

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

· Inappropriate 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

Definition from IDEA

Characteristics

When a person’s physical, social, or cognitive skills are affected

·        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

·       Reward appropriate behaviors

  

Resources & Support

· Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (www.pbis.org)

o Provides school assistance for identifying, adapting, and sustaining disciplinary practices

· Anxiety& Depression Association of America (www.adaa.org

o Provides information and helpful services available.

o Information separated into categories (military, women, college, teens, children)

· National Eating Disorders Association (www.nationaleatingdisorders.org)

o Supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders

o Serves for prevention, cures, and access to quality care

· National Alliance on Mental Illness (www.nami.org)

o Information available, provides programs and services, online support groups, and advocacy