Emotional Behavioral Disorder

Emotional Disorders: Behavioral problems, frequently internal, exhibited by difficulties in expressing emotions evoked in normal everyday experiences.

Behavioral Disorders: Conditions in which the emotional or behavioral responses of individuals significantly differ from those of their peers and seriously impact their relationships.

Characteristics:

· Hyperactivity (short attention span, impulsiveness);

· Aggression/self-injurious behavior (acting out, fighting);

· Withdrawal (failure to initiate interaction with others; retreat from exchanges of social interaction, excessive fear or

· anxiety);

· Immaturity (inappropriate crying, temper tantrums, poor coping skills); and

· Learning difficulties (academically performing below grade level).

Strategies:

- Get to know your students

- Develop classroom rules

- Watch for triggers

- Be positive

- Lean to your team

- Learn a variety of styles: such as behavior charts, and point sheets.

Accommodations/Modifications:

• Taking turns, working with partner, following directions.
• Working in group or with others.
• Displaying appropriate behavior toward peers and adults.
• Increasing positive relationships.
• Demonstrating positive verbal and nonverbal relationships.
• Showing interest and caring.
• Settling conflicts without fighting.
• Displaying appropriate affect

Technology Resources:

http://www.wrightslaw.com/info/discipl.index.htm

http://www.cec.sped.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Behavior_Disorders_Emotional_Disturbance