Disruptive Behavior Disorders
Disruptive Behavior Disorders (pronunciation: dis-ˈrəp-tiv bi-ˈhā-vyər dis-ˈȯr-dərs) are a group of Psychiatric Disorders that are characterized by problems with emotional and behavioral self-control.
Etymology
The term "Disruptive Behavior Disorders" is derived from the English language. The word "disruptive" comes from the Latin word "disrumpere", which means to break or burst apart. The term "behavior" is derived from the Old French "behaivor", which means to conduct oneself. The term "disorder" comes from the Latin word "disordinare", which means to throw into disorder.
Types of Disruptive Behavior Disorders
There are three main types of Disruptive Behavior Disorders:
1. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2. Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) 3. Conduct Disorder (CD)
Related Terms
- Psychiatric Disorders
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder
- Conduct Disorder
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