BEHAVIOURAL and psychological disorders in pediatrics Rony Queen
This document discusses several common behavioral and psychological disorders in pediatrics including thumb sucking, nail biting, enuresis (bedwetting), encopresis (soiling), PICA, breath holding, and temper tantrums. For each disorder, the summary provides definitions, causes, clinical manifestations, and general management strategies. The document serves as an overview of these conditions and aims to increase understanding for healthcare providers treating pediatric patients.
This document discusses various behavioral problems seen in childhood. It begins by explaining that childhood is a period of dependency, and when children face complex environments, they may develop behavioral issues from inability to adjust. Some common behavioral problems mentioned include enuresis, encopresis, temper tantrums, nail biting, pica, tics and sleep disorders. Potential causes and management strategies are provided for each problem. The document emphasizes the importance of parental support, counseling, behavioral modification, and ensuring children's emotional needs are met to address underlying causes of behavioral issues. It concludes by discussing the roles of healthcare professionals in assessing problems, educating families, making appropriate referrals, and promoting children's well-being.
Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect movement and muscle coordination, appearing in early childhood. It can be caused by complications during pregnancy like infection or problems with brain development. Babies at higher risk are premature, low birth weight, or had complicated labor. Signs include poor balance, shaky movements, and abnormal speech or gait. Diagnosis involves neurological exams and scans. Treatment focuses on physical, occupational and speech therapy as well as orthotics, medications, and sometimes surgery. Prevention involves prenatal care and immunizations.
This document provides an overview of learning and behavior disorders including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, response to intervention (RTI), behavior disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and eating and elimination disorders. It discusses diagnostic criteria and characteristics of each disorder as well as approaches to treatment and intervention. Key points include that these disorders are not the result of primary disabilities, require individualized support and behavior management, and teachers must have knowledge of typical development to address challenges.
This document discusses various behavioral problems in children. It begins by explaining that normal children have their basic emotional, physical, and developmental needs met, which allows for healthy adjustment. It then discusses causes of behavioral problems, including faulty parenting and inadequate environments. Specific behavioral disorders covered include habit disorders, speech and eating disorders, sleep problems, personality issues, anxiety disorders, enuresis, encopresis, nail biting, breath holding spells, and tic disorders. Causes, signs, and management strategies are provided for each disorder. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding stresses that can lead to minor behavioral deviations in children.
This document provides an overview of common behavioral disorders in children. It discusses factors that influence child behavior such as heredity, environment and learning/conditioning. Common behavioral disorders mentioned include ADHD, autism, conduct disorders, eating disorders and sleep disorders. Specific behavioral issues seen in infancy, childhood and adolescence are also outlined. The document focuses on management of common conditions like repetitive behaviors, breath holding spells, thumb sucking, nail biting, bedwetting and enuresis. It emphasizes non-pharmacological approaches but also discusses medication options when needed. Overall the document covers a wide range of normal and abnormal behaviors seen at different developmental stages in children.
This document discusses common behavioral problems in children and their management. It covers problems such as feeding issues, sleep problems, habit disorders, speech problems, emotional problems, and antisocial behaviors. Potential causes are faulty parenting, family environment, medical conditions, and media influence. Management involves treating any underlying causes, behavior modification, counseling, and speech/occupational therapy as needed. The document provides examples and treatment approaches for specific issues like temper tantrums, breath holding spells, nail biting, and pica.
This document summarizes a seminar on behavioral pediatrics. It defines behavioral disorders as tension-reducing activities that appear in childhood development. The document then covers causes of behavioral disorders like faulty parenting, deprivation, and media influences. It describes common behavioral disorders like temper tantrums, bedwetting, nail-biting and ADHD. The assessment and management of these conditions is also discussed. The document provides an overview of behavioral disorders in children.
BEHAVIOURAL and psychological disorders in pediatrics Rony Queen
This document discusses several common behavioral and psychological disorders in pediatrics including thumb sucking, nail biting, enuresis (bedwetting), encopresis (soiling), PICA, breath holding, and temper tantrums. For each disorder, the summary provides definitions, causes, clinical manifestations, and general management strategies. The document serves as an overview of these conditions and aims to increase understanding for healthcare providers treating pediatric patients.
This document discusses various behavioral problems seen in childhood. It begins by explaining that childhood is a period of dependency, and when children face complex environments, they may develop behavioral issues from inability to adjust. Some common behavioral problems mentioned include enuresis, encopresis, temper tantrums, nail biting, pica, tics and sleep disorders. Potential causes and management strategies are provided for each problem. The document emphasizes the importance of parental support, counseling, behavioral modification, and ensuring children's emotional needs are met to address underlying causes of behavioral issues. It concludes by discussing the roles of healthcare professionals in assessing problems, educating families, making appropriate referrals, and promoting children's well-being.
Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect movement and muscle coordination, appearing in early childhood. It can be caused by complications during pregnancy like infection or problems with brain development. Babies at higher risk are premature, low birth weight, or had complicated labor. Signs include poor balance, shaky movements, and abnormal speech or gait. Diagnosis involves neurological exams and scans. Treatment focuses on physical, occupational and speech therapy as well as orthotics, medications, and sometimes surgery. Prevention involves prenatal care and immunizations.
This document provides an overview of learning and behavior disorders including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, response to intervention (RTI), behavior disorders, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and eating and elimination disorders. It discusses diagnostic criteria and characteristics of each disorder as well as approaches to treatment and intervention. Key points include that these disorders are not the result of primary disabilities, require individualized support and behavior management, and teachers must have knowledge of typical development to address challenges.
This document discusses various behavioral problems in children. It begins by explaining that normal children have their basic emotional, physical, and developmental needs met, which allows for healthy adjustment. It then discusses causes of behavioral problems, including faulty parenting and inadequate environments. Specific behavioral disorders covered include habit disorders, speech and eating disorders, sleep problems, personality issues, anxiety disorders, enuresis, encopresis, nail biting, breath holding spells, and tic disorders. Causes, signs, and management strategies are provided for each disorder. The document emphasizes the importance of understanding stresses that can lead to minor behavioral deviations in children.
This document provides an overview of common behavioral disorders in children. It discusses factors that influence child behavior such as heredity, environment and learning/conditioning. Common behavioral disorders mentioned include ADHD, autism, conduct disorders, eating disorders and sleep disorders. Specific behavioral issues seen in infancy, childhood and adolescence are also outlined. The document focuses on management of common conditions like repetitive behaviors, breath holding spells, thumb sucking, nail biting, bedwetting and enuresis. It emphasizes non-pharmacological approaches but also discusses medication options when needed. Overall the document covers a wide range of normal and abnormal behaviors seen at different developmental stages in children.
This document discusses common behavioral problems in children and their management. It covers problems such as feeding issues, sleep problems, habit disorders, speech problems, emotional problems, and antisocial behaviors. Potential causes are faulty parenting, family environment, medical conditions, and media influence. Management involves treating any underlying causes, behavior modification, counseling, and speech/occupational therapy as needed. The document provides examples and treatment approaches for specific issues like temper tantrums, breath holding spells, nail biting, and pica.
This document summarizes a seminar on behavioral pediatrics. It defines behavioral disorders as tension-reducing activities that appear in childhood development. The document then covers causes of behavioral disorders like faulty parenting, deprivation, and media influences. It describes common behavioral disorders like temper tantrums, bedwetting, nail-biting and ADHD. The assessment and management of these conditions is also discussed. The document provides an overview of behavioral disorders in children.
This document discusses the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT) approach for rapidly evaluating critically ill children in the emergency department. The PAT involves assessing three components - breathing, circulation, and level of consciousness from the doorway without touching the child. Abnormalities in breathing patterns, work of breathing, and skin circulation are noted. The PAT allows clinicians to quickly determine the severity of illness and urgency of treatment needs. Further steps in evaluation involve primary and secondary assessments, diagnostic tests, and initiating treatment.
This document provides an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including its definition, causes, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment approaches. ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication skills, as well as restricted interests. Symptoms typically appear before age 3 and can range from mild to severe. While the specific causes are unknown, genetics play a strong role. Diagnosis involves assessment of behaviors, and treatment focuses on early intervention, education, behavioral therapies, and in some cases medications.
A behaviour disorder in a child is defined as behaviour that is noticeably different from what is expected based on the child's environment and community. Behaviour can be affected by factors such as heredity, environment, learning, and conditioning. Behaviour disorders are categorized into habit disorders like thumb sucking and nail biting, emotional disorders like temper tantrums, eating disorders like pica, and others. The document provides details on the causes, characteristics, and management of various behavioural disorders seen in children such as head banging, nail biting, temper tantrums, colic, pica, breath holding spells, school phobia, stuttering, and tics.
The document provides guidance on choosing protocols and dispositions for various pediatric patient cases presented to a telehealth triage nurse. It describes 9 calls involving children with various complaints such as crying, eye irritation, ear pulling, mouth bleeding, wheezing, swallowed objects, abdominal pain, limited arm movement, and provides the guidelines and rationales chosen by the nurse. It emphasizes the importance of actively ruling out serious conditions, considering 911 in some respiratory cases, and giving instructions to reduce injuries like subluxed joints if emergency department access is not possible.
This document discusses various behavioral problems in children including causes, common problems, and management strategies. It covers problems in infancy such as feeding issues and temper tantrums. Common behavioral issues are outlined along with management of specific problems like thumb sucking, nail biting, bedwetting, and encopresis. Speech problems including stuttering, cluttering, and delayed speech are also addressed. Management involves identifying causes, parental support, counseling, and behavioral or medical interventions as needed.
ABA therapy is used to treat autism by helping children develop skills and avoid problematic behaviors. Autism is a mental illness diagnosed in childhood where symptoms like slowed development and reluctance to socialize emerge. It occurs from birth to age 3 and can impact language, social, and thinking skills. While the exact causes are unknown, genetic factors and issues during pregnancy may play a role. Early signs include lack of eye contact, response to sounds or voices, and delays in smiling or speaking. Precautions include a healthy lifestyle and diet during pregnancy to potentially reduce risks.
This document discusses various behavioral disorders commonly seen in children, including definitions, causes, and management strategies. Some of the behavioral disorders covered include separation anxiety, thumb sucking, bruxism, head banging, stuttering, pica, nail biting, breath holding spells, temper tantrums, enuresis, and tics. The document provides details on each disorder such as typical symptoms, what causes them, and how caregivers can help address them.
This document discusses various behavioral disorders seen in children and adolescents. It defines behavioral problems as the inability of children to behave in socially acceptable ways due to a complex environment. Some causes of behavioral disorders listed include faulty parenting, poor family environment, physical/mental illness, and media influence. The document then classifies disorders by age, nature, and type. Several specific disorders are described in detail, including breath holding spells, thumb sucking, pica, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ADHD is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Genetics and environmental factors can contribute to its development.
This document discusses various types of urinary incontinence and enuresis (bedwetting) in children. It begins by defining nocturnal and diurnal enuresis, as well as other types of incontinence like stress incontinence. It then provides details on evaluating and examining children with these issues, including taking a history, questionnaires, physical exam, and basic investigations. Treatment approaches are discussed, emphasizing non-pharmacological interventions like counseling, education on toileting habits, and behavioral techniques using bedwetting alarms. Medications are also summarized, along with their advantages and disadvantages.
What is Postpartum Depression (PPD)?
1. Also called as “postnatal depression”
2. Complex mix of physical, emotional & behavioral changes occurs in women after giving birth.
3. A form of major depression occurs within 1 month—1 year.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Mood fluctuation
Crying more than usual
Severe fatigue
Increased anxiety
Thoughts of suicide or death
Extreme anger
Lack of interest in the baby
Thoughts of hurting the baby
Hearing voices or paranoia
ETIOLOGY AND RISK FACTORS
Sudden changes in hormone levels
Lack of sleep
Poor diet
Stress
Previous history of depression
Family history of mood disorder
Inadequate social support
Poor marital relationship
Disappointment in the child
DETECTION OF POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
10 item questionnaire
Easy to score
Clinical Interviews with Patient or Family
TREATMENT
Anti-anxiety or antidepressants medications
Fluoxetine
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Psychotherapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy- a type of psychotherapy that can help people with depression and anxiety.
Interpersonal Therapy-it is an evidence-based therapy that has been used to treat depression, including perinatal depression.
For severe cases of PPD:
Brexanolone (Zulresso)- is a medication used in the treatment of postpartum depression in adult women.
COMPLICATIONS
Mother:
Adverse physical health conditions due to disturbed lifestyle.
Negative effect on mental health in the future.
Increased risk of suicide.
Father:
When a new mother has depression, the father may be more likely to have depression too.
Child:
Child can develop ADHD
Excessive crying
Eating problem
Delays in language development
PATERNAL DEPRESSION
Paternal depression is a condition in which a first-time or seasoned father shows symptoms and signs of depression after a child is born.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Frustration
Irritability
increased use of drugs or alcohol instead of seeking treatment for depression
Loss of libido
RISK FACTORS
Difficulty developing an attachment with the baby
First-time father
Lack of social support or help from family and friends
Maternal depression
This document discusses various types of behavioral disorders including habit disorders, speech disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, and personality disorders. It provides definitions and descriptions of specific disorders like thumb sucking, nail biting, enuresis, stuttering, pica, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, somnambulism, temper tantrums, and their typical causes, symptoms, and management approaches. The document aims to educate about these conditions and their treatment.
Understanding ADHD and Other Behavioral Problems in Childrenarambe
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), ODD (oppositional defiant disorder), CD (conduct disorder) and Autism are some of the most common behavioral problems in many children and understanding these behaviors is critical to being able to deal with them.
This presentation was done five years ago while I was the National Christian Education Association President at my church and I just thought that there might be many of you out there (teachers, parents, caregivers, peers, etc) who would find this research intructive. Enjoy and share!
The document provides guidance on responding to pediatric emergencies. It emphasizes that treatment begins with communication and psychological support of both the child and caregivers. It describes common fears in children during emergencies and strategies for assessment and care according to a child's age and development. Key steps include allowing infants and young children to remain with caregivers, speaking calmly, minimizing pain, and giving age-appropriate explanations. The document outlines anatomical and physiological considerations, vital signs, techniques for airway management and ventilation support, and approaches to specific medical conditions commonly encountered in pediatric emergencies.
Common behavioral and emotional problems in childrenIqra Aslam
Common behavioral and emotional problems in children include emotional and behavioral disorders, behavioral disorders, and eating disorders. Emotional and behavioral disorders are defined as an inability to build relationships, depression, and developing physical symptoms related to personal problems. Behavioral disorders involve a child not doing what adults want them to do. Eating disorders include pica, which is the repeated ingestion of non-nutritive substances. Causes of problems include biological factors, home and community environment, and characteristics include distorted thinking, anxiety, aggression, and withdrawal. Treatments involve medication, behavioral therapies, and improving parenting and environment.
As nurses, we play an important role in educating parents about shaken baby syndrome and how to prevent it. Shaken baby syndrome occurs when an infant's head rapidly moves back and forth, causing brain damage. It can result in serious injuries like blindness, cerebral palsy, or even death. Nurses should teach parents healthy ways to soothe a crying baby such as feeding, changing, or going for a walk instead of shaking them.
The document provides guidance for first responders encountering individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in emergency situations. It describes common characteristics of ASD including poor eye contact, repetitive behaviors, communication problems, and sensitivities. It emphasizes treating the person with dignity, minimizing stress and sensory overload, explaining actions clearly, and involving caregivers familiar with the individual's needs whenever possible. Physical intervention should only be used if absolutely necessary, prioritizing de-escalation instead. Safety of all parties is the top priority.
Paediatrics - General clinical examination tipspatrickcouret
- When evaluating children, always wash your hands before and after, and focus initially on observation. Talk to both the child and parents.
- For older children, introduce yourself first before parents and sit at their level. During exams, use the parent's lap if possible and distract the child with stories or a play specialist.
- Leave the most threatening parts of exams like ears and mouth for last. If the child remains upset, ask for help from superiors, colleagues, parents or a play specialist. Many hospitals now have play specialists to aid doctors and nurses.
Epilepsy is a disorder characterized by recurring seizures caused by a brief disturbance in the brain's electrical activity. It affects 1 in 100 people and is not contagious. There are over 30 types of seizures, which are categorized as either generalized seizures that affect the whole brain or partial seizures that affect only part of the brain. Absence seizures, one of the most common types in children, cause brief staring spells but the child is unaware of their surroundings. Simple partial seizures impair specific functions like memory or movement. Complex partial seizures also cause lack of awareness. Tonic-clonic seizures involve convulsions and loss of consciousness. First aid involves protecting the child and timing seizures. A seizure emergency requires calling 911. Schools should
This document discusses the physical, intellectual, and sexual development of individuals with Down syndrome. It notes that while physical and cognitive development may be delayed compared to peers, individuals with Down syndrome go through normal developmental stages and have typical intellectual capabilities, ranging from mild to moderate impairment. The document also addresses that individuals with Down syndrome have normal sexuality and intimacy needs, though guidance is important due to vulnerabilities. Parents and caregivers play a key role in providing appropriate information, protection, and guidance regarding relationships and health for individuals with Down syndrome.
This document summarizes various behavioral problems in children including habit disorders, speech disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, and personality disorders. It provides examples and descriptions of specific issues like thumb sucking, nail biting, tics, bedwetting, stealing, lying, stuttering, pica, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, nightmares, sleepwalking, and temper tantrums. It discusses causes and interventions for these problems, emphasizing the importance of parental support, counseling, behavioral modification, and in some cases medical treatment or psychotherapy.
Common Health Problem during childhood_01.pptxABHIJIT BHOYAR
#nursing
It includes the common health problems and nursing management of a child. It contain excessive cry, allergy, abdominal distension, omitting, etc.
This document discusses the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT) approach for rapidly evaluating critically ill children in the emergency department. The PAT involves assessing three components - breathing, circulation, and level of consciousness from the doorway without touching the child. Abnormalities in breathing patterns, work of breathing, and skin circulation are noted. The PAT allows clinicians to quickly determine the severity of illness and urgency of treatment needs. Further steps in evaluation involve primary and secondary assessments, diagnostic tests, and initiating treatment.
This document provides an overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including its definition, causes, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment approaches. ASD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction and communication skills, as well as restricted interests. Symptoms typically appear before age 3 and can range from mild to severe. While the specific causes are unknown, genetics play a strong role. Diagnosis involves assessment of behaviors, and treatment focuses on early intervention, education, behavioral therapies, and in some cases medications.
A behaviour disorder in a child is defined as behaviour that is noticeably different from what is expected based on the child's environment and community. Behaviour can be affected by factors such as heredity, environment, learning, and conditioning. Behaviour disorders are categorized into habit disorders like thumb sucking and nail biting, emotional disorders like temper tantrums, eating disorders like pica, and others. The document provides details on the causes, characteristics, and management of various behavioural disorders seen in children such as head banging, nail biting, temper tantrums, colic, pica, breath holding spells, school phobia, stuttering, and tics.
The document provides guidance on choosing protocols and dispositions for various pediatric patient cases presented to a telehealth triage nurse. It describes 9 calls involving children with various complaints such as crying, eye irritation, ear pulling, mouth bleeding, wheezing, swallowed objects, abdominal pain, limited arm movement, and provides the guidelines and rationales chosen by the nurse. It emphasizes the importance of actively ruling out serious conditions, considering 911 in some respiratory cases, and giving instructions to reduce injuries like subluxed joints if emergency department access is not possible.
This document discusses various behavioral problems in children including causes, common problems, and management strategies. It covers problems in infancy such as feeding issues and temper tantrums. Common behavioral issues are outlined along with management of specific problems like thumb sucking, nail biting, bedwetting, and encopresis. Speech problems including stuttering, cluttering, and delayed speech are also addressed. Management involves identifying causes, parental support, counseling, and behavioral or medical interventions as needed.
ABA therapy is used to treat autism by helping children develop skills and avoid problematic behaviors. Autism is a mental illness diagnosed in childhood where symptoms like slowed development and reluctance to socialize emerge. It occurs from birth to age 3 and can impact language, social, and thinking skills. While the exact causes are unknown, genetic factors and issues during pregnancy may play a role. Early signs include lack of eye contact, response to sounds or voices, and delays in smiling or speaking. Precautions include a healthy lifestyle and diet during pregnancy to potentially reduce risks.
This document discusses various behavioral disorders commonly seen in children, including definitions, causes, and management strategies. Some of the behavioral disorders covered include separation anxiety, thumb sucking, bruxism, head banging, stuttering, pica, nail biting, breath holding spells, temper tantrums, enuresis, and tics. The document provides details on each disorder such as typical symptoms, what causes them, and how caregivers can help address them.
This document discusses various behavioral disorders seen in children and adolescents. It defines behavioral problems as the inability of children to behave in socially acceptable ways due to a complex environment. Some causes of behavioral disorders listed include faulty parenting, poor family environment, physical/mental illness, and media influence. The document then classifies disorders by age, nature, and type. Several specific disorders are described in detail, including breath holding spells, thumb sucking, pica, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ADHD is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Genetics and environmental factors can contribute to its development.
This document discusses various types of urinary incontinence and enuresis (bedwetting) in children. It begins by defining nocturnal and diurnal enuresis, as well as other types of incontinence like stress incontinence. It then provides details on evaluating and examining children with these issues, including taking a history, questionnaires, physical exam, and basic investigations. Treatment approaches are discussed, emphasizing non-pharmacological interventions like counseling, education on toileting habits, and behavioral techniques using bedwetting alarms. Medications are also summarized, along with their advantages and disadvantages.
What is Postpartum Depression (PPD)?
1. Also called as “postnatal depression”
2. Complex mix of physical, emotional & behavioral changes occurs in women after giving birth.
3. A form of major depression occurs within 1 month—1 year.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Mood fluctuation
Crying more than usual
Severe fatigue
Increased anxiety
Thoughts of suicide or death
Extreme anger
Lack of interest in the baby
Thoughts of hurting the baby
Hearing voices or paranoia
ETIOLOGY AND RISK FACTORS
Sudden changes in hormone levels
Lack of sleep
Poor diet
Stress
Previous history of depression
Family history of mood disorder
Inadequate social support
Poor marital relationship
Disappointment in the child
DETECTION OF POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale
10 item questionnaire
Easy to score
Clinical Interviews with Patient or Family
TREATMENT
Anti-anxiety or antidepressants medications
Fluoxetine
Sertraline (Zoloft)
Psychotherapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy- a type of psychotherapy that can help people with depression and anxiety.
Interpersonal Therapy-it is an evidence-based therapy that has been used to treat depression, including perinatal depression.
For severe cases of PPD:
Brexanolone (Zulresso)- is a medication used in the treatment of postpartum depression in adult women.
COMPLICATIONS
Mother:
Adverse physical health conditions due to disturbed lifestyle.
Negative effect on mental health in the future.
Increased risk of suicide.
Father:
When a new mother has depression, the father may be more likely to have depression too.
Child:
Child can develop ADHD
Excessive crying
Eating problem
Delays in language development
PATERNAL DEPRESSION
Paternal depression is a condition in which a first-time or seasoned father shows symptoms and signs of depression after a child is born.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Frustration
Irritability
increased use of drugs or alcohol instead of seeking treatment for depression
Loss of libido
RISK FACTORS
Difficulty developing an attachment with the baby
First-time father
Lack of social support or help from family and friends
Maternal depression
This document discusses various types of behavioral disorders including habit disorders, speech disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, and personality disorders. It provides definitions and descriptions of specific disorders like thumb sucking, nail biting, enuresis, stuttering, pica, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, somnambulism, temper tantrums, and their typical causes, symptoms, and management approaches. The document aims to educate about these conditions and their treatment.
Understanding ADHD and Other Behavioral Problems in Childrenarambe
ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), ODD (oppositional defiant disorder), CD (conduct disorder) and Autism are some of the most common behavioral problems in many children and understanding these behaviors is critical to being able to deal with them.
This presentation was done five years ago while I was the National Christian Education Association President at my church and I just thought that there might be many of you out there (teachers, parents, caregivers, peers, etc) who would find this research intructive. Enjoy and share!
The document provides guidance on responding to pediatric emergencies. It emphasizes that treatment begins with communication and psychological support of both the child and caregivers. It describes common fears in children during emergencies and strategies for assessment and care according to a child's age and development. Key steps include allowing infants and young children to remain with caregivers, speaking calmly, minimizing pain, and giving age-appropriate explanations. The document outlines anatomical and physiological considerations, vital signs, techniques for airway management and ventilation support, and approaches to specific medical conditions commonly encountered in pediatric emergencies.
Common behavioral and emotional problems in childrenIqra Aslam
Common behavioral and emotional problems in children include emotional and behavioral disorders, behavioral disorders, and eating disorders. Emotional and behavioral disorders are defined as an inability to build relationships, depression, and developing physical symptoms related to personal problems. Behavioral disorders involve a child not doing what adults want them to do. Eating disorders include pica, which is the repeated ingestion of non-nutritive substances. Causes of problems include biological factors, home and community environment, and characteristics include distorted thinking, anxiety, aggression, and withdrawal. Treatments involve medication, behavioral therapies, and improving parenting and environment.
As nurses, we play an important role in educating parents about shaken baby syndrome and how to prevent it. Shaken baby syndrome occurs when an infant's head rapidly moves back and forth, causing brain damage. It can result in serious injuries like blindness, cerebral palsy, or even death. Nurses should teach parents healthy ways to soothe a crying baby such as feeding, changing, or going for a walk instead of shaking them.
The document provides guidance for first responders encountering individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in emergency situations. It describes common characteristics of ASD including poor eye contact, repetitive behaviors, communication problems, and sensitivities. It emphasizes treating the person with dignity, minimizing stress and sensory overload, explaining actions clearly, and involving caregivers familiar with the individual's needs whenever possible. Physical intervention should only be used if absolutely necessary, prioritizing de-escalation instead. Safety of all parties is the top priority.
Paediatrics - General clinical examination tipspatrickcouret
- When evaluating children, always wash your hands before and after, and focus initially on observation. Talk to both the child and parents.
- For older children, introduce yourself first before parents and sit at their level. During exams, use the parent's lap if possible and distract the child with stories or a play specialist.
- Leave the most threatening parts of exams like ears and mouth for last. If the child remains upset, ask for help from superiors, colleagues, parents or a play specialist. Many hospitals now have play specialists to aid doctors and nurses.
Epilepsy is a disorder characterized by recurring seizures caused by a brief disturbance in the brain's electrical activity. It affects 1 in 100 people and is not contagious. There are over 30 types of seizures, which are categorized as either generalized seizures that affect the whole brain or partial seizures that affect only part of the brain. Absence seizures, one of the most common types in children, cause brief staring spells but the child is unaware of their surroundings. Simple partial seizures impair specific functions like memory or movement. Complex partial seizures also cause lack of awareness. Tonic-clonic seizures involve convulsions and loss of consciousness. First aid involves protecting the child and timing seizures. A seizure emergency requires calling 911. Schools should
This document discusses the physical, intellectual, and sexual development of individuals with Down syndrome. It notes that while physical and cognitive development may be delayed compared to peers, individuals with Down syndrome go through normal developmental stages and have typical intellectual capabilities, ranging from mild to moderate impairment. The document also addresses that individuals with Down syndrome have normal sexuality and intimacy needs, though guidance is important due to vulnerabilities. Parents and caregivers play a key role in providing appropriate information, protection, and guidance regarding relationships and health for individuals with Down syndrome.
This document summarizes various behavioral problems in children including habit disorders, speech disorders, eating disorders, sleep disorders, and personality disorders. It provides examples and descriptions of specific issues like thumb sucking, nail biting, tics, bedwetting, stealing, lying, stuttering, pica, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, nightmares, sleepwalking, and temper tantrums. It discusses causes and interventions for these problems, emphasizing the importance of parental support, counseling, behavioral modification, and in some cases medical treatment or psychotherapy.
Common Health Problem during childhood_01.pptxABHIJIT BHOYAR
#nursing
It includes the common health problems and nursing management of a child. It contain excessive cry, allergy, abdominal distension, omitting, etc.
This document discusses various behavioral disorders in children including habit disorders, emotional disorders, eating disorders, repetitive behaviors, temper tantrums, school phobia, speech disorders, tics, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorders, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It describes the characteristics and potential causes and management strategies for each disorder.
This document provides information on common behavioral problems in children. It discusses causes of behavioral disorders like faulty parental attitudes, inadequate family environment, and influence of social relationships. It describes types of behavioral problems stemming from emotional, physical, and social deprivation including temper tantrums, bedwetting, thumb sucking, and more. Assessment and management strategies are outlined for each condition. The document emphasizes the importance of parental support, clear communication, and developing a child's independence and social skills to address behavioral issues.
This document summarizes common behavioral disorders in children. It describes disorders such as habit disorders including head banging, thumb sucking and nail biting. It also discusses emotional disorders including temper tantrums, breath holding spells and school phobia. Eating disorders like pica are also outlined. The document provides details on the characteristics, causes and management approaches for each of these behavioral disorders commonly seen in children.
This document provides information on various child behavior problems including definitions, categorization, causes, signs and symptoms, and management strategies. It discusses common behavior problems such as habit problems, eating problems, sleep problems, speech problems, and antisocial behavior in children from infancy through adolescence. Specific problems covered in detail include thumb sucking, nail biting, tics, enuresis, encopresis, pica, anorexia nervosa, and bulimia nervosa. Nursing considerations are also outlined for assessing, treating, and educating parents on many of these childhood behavior issues.
This slide contains information regarding Childhood Psychiatric Disorders (Enuresis, Encopresis and Pica). This can be helpful for proficiency level and bachelor level nursing students. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you!
CHILDHOOD BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS AND ITS MANAGEMENT: AGE AND NATURE: INFANCY , ...Manisha Thakur
CHILDHOOD BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS AND ITS MANAGEMENT: AGE AND NATURE: INFANCY , TODDLERS , ADOLESCENCE: SPEECH DISORDERS: SOMNAMBULISM, SOMNILOQUY. EATING DISORDERS: ANOREXIA NERVOSA AND BULIMIA. MOVEMENT DISORDERS: TICS. SPEECH DISORDERS: STUTTERING, CLUTTERING, STAMMERING. DISORDERS OF TOILET TRAINING: ENURESIS, ECOPRESIS. DISORDERS OF HABIT: TEMPER TANTRUM, BREATH HOLDING SPELLS, THUMB SUCKING, NAIL BITING. ADHD, SCHOOL PHOBIA, STRANGER ANXIETY.
This document discusses counseling families on common early childhood concerns including sleep issues, thumb-sucking, picky eating, school readiness, and oral health. It provides evidence-based recommendations on these topics. For example, it recommends behavioral interventions for sleep issues after 6 months of age and positive reinforcement to address thumb-sucking. The document also stresses the importance of reading to young children to promote literacy and enrolling children in quality preschool. Overall, the document aims to educate families on addressing normal developmental variations and when to seek help for issues that could impact future health.
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5. Incidence
• 20 % children between 6 month to three year and
between 4 years to 6 years of age.
Etiology
Pneumococci, hemophilia influenza, streptococci etc.
Disfunction of the eustachian tube.
6.
7. Pathophysiology
• Obstruction of eustachian tube by infection
• Functional defect and mechanical defect
• Blockage of drainage from ear(middle )
• Retention of normal secretions
• Organism reach to middle ear
• Otitis media
8. Clinical manifestation
• Pain during chewing
• Pain in ear
• Irritability due to discomfort
• Pyrexia
• Vomiting
• Ear dischage
• Headache
9. Management
• Provide antibiotics as prescribed by dr.
• Give analgesics to relieve pain.
• Give antipyrectic to treat fever.
• Surgical maryngotomy and drainage of the ear is
successful.
• Provide soft and liquid diet to prevent pain or chewing.
10. Parental Advice
• Advice parents and children to avoid putting anything in
the ear.
• parents should be explained the importance of medical &
surgical treatment and care of ears.
11. Child Abused
• The Battered child syndrome refers to the non accidental
injuries and other forms of child abuse caused when
parents or other adult,strike out their help and harm infant
when the child is suffering from physical injury,sexual
abuse or psychological harm due to full negligence of the
parents.
12.
13. Etiology
• Violence by a husband towards a pregnant wife.
• Irresponsible or mentally sick parents.
• Gripping and shaking the infant may produce finger tip
bruising on his chest and arms.
• Forcing till mouth open to give food may cause similar
bruises on the cheeks.
• Slapping and hitting the infant.
14.
15. • Drug addiction
• Unwanted child
• Alcholic parents
• Affected child may also show
scratches,bitemarks,cigarette burn or scalds.
16. Sign & Symptoms
• Sign & symptoms consist primarily of
bruises,scretches,burns,hematomas,and fractures of
long bones,ribs or skull as well as discomfort and pain.
• poor skin hygiene and some degree of malnutrition are
usually also evident in bettered children.
17. Management
• Complete history of family and relatives.
• physical examination of child.
• when the abused child is admitted to the hospital,the
nurse must help to establish a tone of treatment for the
child and parents rather than a tone of punishment.
• Counselling the parents appropriately.
• take the help from NON PROFITE agencies.
• also can inform 24 hours child helpline number.
•
18.
19. Breath Holding spells
• Breath Holding spell is a common situational disorder.
• it is also known as infantile syncope.in this child holds
breath for some moment which is very anxious for the
parents of child.
• almost 18 month of child are more incidence for this.
20.
21. Etiology
• Breath Holding spells occure as a result from frustration.
• A disciplinary conflict between parents and the child is the
basic underlying cause.
• The child used the attack or its threat to assert him self
and express his anger.
22.
23. Types
• Two main types
• 1) Pallid type :-The pallid type is supposed to be
secondary to cardiac asystole,similar to a vasovagal
attack. it can be induced by occular compression.
• 2) The cyanotic type:-it results from a rise in infrathoracic
pressure when breath is hel in expiration.it leading to
decrease in cerebral circulation.
24. Clinical manifestation
• In the pallid :- The child develops characteristics pallor
rather than cynosis.
• In cynotic type :- The heart rate become slow.
• spasm of laryngeal muscles.
• The frequency of one to three attacks a day.
the child cries , hyperventilates and hold his breath.
25. Management
• Reduce the parental anxiety by explaining them cause
and it's management.
• Assure the parents about its harmfull effect.
• Advice the parents to do not over protect the child.
• Do not give excessive punishment.
• Do the childs physical examination properly and
investigate if needed.
• use proper psychotherapy if needed.
• proper treatment for iron deficiency anemia.
26. FINGER SUCKING (Thumb sucking)
• sucking is the infants chief pleasure they get
love,affection and satisfaction.
• According to psycholoanalytic theory an infant do thumb
sucking.if it lacks sufficiant oral satisfaction through
sucking to obtain food.
27.
28. Incidence
• The majority of children give up thumb and finger sucking
by the time they are 2 years old. other relinguish it during
the preschool years.
• if finger sucking persist beyond 4 years of age, the nurse
should recommend evaluation by a dentist.
29. Causes
• It is more common in infants who are deprived of sucking
or unsatisfied by breast feeding or bottle feeding.
• thumb sucking may be the manifestation of feeling of
insecurity.
• It is sign of an emotional problem between the parents &
the child.
• it is sign of maladjustment in the child.
• it may be due to isolation and lack of love and stimulation.
• it may be sign of stress.
30. managemnt
• The parents should consider it as an instinctual behavior
pattern and as normal.
• The parents should not show excessive anxiety about
thumb sucking untill at least the child is 4 years old.They
shold ignor the symptoms.
• The parents shold know that thumb sucking is a natural
tendency in infants. most of the childrens give up the habit
by the time they go to school.
• Thumb sucking does not have any harmfull effects on the
teeth of the child.
31.
32. • provide additional support by the family members will
result in a decrease of the habit.
• if it persist in school child of 6 to 8 years it may be an
indication of personality disturbance requiring
investigation by a clinical psychologist.
• Always encourage the child to give up in thumb sucking.
• Mother should fullfill the need for sucking during infancy
by allowing the child to suck the breast and never abrupt
while sucking.