The document discusses emotional disturbances, defining it as a condition exhibiting characteristics like an inability to learn or build relationships, inappropriate behavior, or depression. Symptoms include depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. While heredity, brain disorders, diet, and family functioning have been hypothesized as causes, research has not shown any single direct cause. The document recommends that teachers, parents, and policymakers inform students of expectations, establish a positive learning environment, provide meaningful learning experiences, and consult professionals to help students with emotional disturbances.

1. Presented by:
Anush Gurung (1102316)
Bhagi Man Rai (1102317)
Deepak Tamang
(1102334)

3. Topic:
Emotional
Disturbances

4. Characteristics
Physical
Communication
Behaviors
Academic
hyperactivity

5. Symptoms
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Fatigue
• Poor appetite
• Weight loss
• Sleep disorder
• Poor self-image
• Suicidal ideation

6. Heredity
Emotional
Disturbance
CausesBrain disorder
Diet
Family functioning
Research has not shown any of these factors to be the
direct cause of behavior problems.

7. Definition
Emotional disturbance is defined as follows(IDEA):
• The term means a condition exhibiting one or more
of the following characteristics over a long period of
time:
i. An inability to learn that cannot be explained by
intellectual, sensory, or health factors.
ii. An inability to build or maintain satisfactory
interpersonal relationships with peers and teachers.
iii. Inappropriate types of behavior or feelings under
normal circumstances.
iv. A general contained mood of unhappiness or
depression.

8. What can we do as a Teacher, Parents
and Policy maker?
1) Inform pupils of what is expected of them
2) Establish a positive learning environment
3) Provide a meaningful learning experience
4) Consult the
professionals(psychotherapist, behavioral
therapist, etc)

9. Reference
Denham, S.(1998). Emotional development in young
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