Young children are usually bold and fearless, but there are always ample signs to determine children’s growing behavioral disorders. Behavioral disorders have become one of the most common and serious issues at present. Due to lack of time and a busy schedule, parents often fail to notice the early signs of behavioral disorders. And that let the situation become even worse. 

Another common mistake that people often make is that they fail to understand their child’s emotional needs. If you, too, have noticed any unique or unusual behavior in any child around you, we recommend you try to read the situation before seeking a solution. In this article, we have covered some of the most common behavioral disorders in children. 

Conduct disorder or CD

Conduct disorder refers to an antisocial personality trait among growing children who often defy to follow socialization standards. People commonly term them “bad kids” for their frequent refusal and delinquent behaviour to normal social rules. Children with CD sometimes also show hostile symptoms like hitting and biting others that may soon escalate into bullying.

How to identify whether your child is suffering from CD? Here are some common symptoms that will help you identify at an early stage: 

  • Non-attentive behavior to the environment. 
  • Refusing to obey any rule or command. 
  • Cold or aggressive and unempathetic behavior. 
  • Use of intoxicants at a young age. 
  • Sadistic nature and frequent lying behavior. 

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD

It is a condition of poor attention span. Many children suffer from focusing on their studies or other activities. While the reason behind it may vary, ADHD is one of the most common reasons. Though it starts from childhood, it may impact life for a longer time. Here are some of ADHD symptoms that will help you identify the disorder:

  • Overactivity and impulsiveness. 
  • Lack of attention, keeping work incomplete, and forgetting about usual things. 

Oppositional Defiant Disorder or ODD

Children with ODD usually show disobedient behavior. They defy to follow authority rules and regulations. This behavior mainly develops during childhood but may continue till adulthood with more serious consequences. Odd causes various temperamental issues like anger outbursts, aggressive actions, argumentative behavior, etc. Here’s a list of ODD symptoms to help you identify the condition easily and quickly:

  • Irritated nature and short-temper issues. 
  • Frequent arguments with elders and seniors.
  • Disobedience.
  • Temper tantrums.
  • Deliberate attempts to annoy and instigate others.
  • Insecurity and low-esteem.
  • Always blaming someone or something for any mishappening. 

 Though the exact reason for behavioral disorders is unknown, experts suggest some risk factors that lead to behavioral issues:

  • Issues related to gestation and childbirth may cause behavioral issues that may unfold with time later in the future. 
  • Children of aggressive nature who pick up fights frequently with other kids commonly develop behavioral issues soon during childhood. 
  • Problems in learning new things or activities. 
  • Children with average intelligence level are also commonly known to develop behavioral issues.
  • Inappropriate family environments also cause behavioral issues. If a child is constantly exposed to violence or poverty, or substance abuse, it leaves a huge effect on their minds. 

Most of these behavior conditions begin in early childhood. Numerous research suggests that this is more common in boys than in girls. There is no instant medical treatment for such behavioral conditions; but certain training, care, and therapy improves the condition. Most commonly, sharing time with children and talking to them helps find the right way to rectify their behavior. Some of the most common methods are social training, anger management classes, encouragement, parental education, etc. Sometimes, therapists also suggest medication requirements, but it’s rare. 

 Sometimes, these behavioral conditions may develop in children for some incidents or circumstances they may encounter. Sometimes you may miss out to notice the behavioral changes right away. Certain events may create some unwanted situations. However, with a regular interactive session with your child, you can track the changes in their attitude, concerns, tension, etc. Experts suggest the sooner you observe the symptoms and take the required action, the sooner you can rectify the behavior. Thus, awareness always helps prevent certain behavioral conditions from developing in children.