Also a child with an emotional disturbance may show a general, consistent mood of unhappiness or depression. Concerned parents may want to talk with their child's teacher or to other staff members that may be able to assist them further in their own assessment. Estimates of the number of school-age children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral disorder depend on the definitions and criteria used. Educational interventions should match the established needs of students with behavioral disorders. Programs must be designed to meet the individual behavioral and academic needs of identified serious emotional disturbed students.
Most students can benefit from supportive treatments provided in regular programs.
For others, at least temporary placements in special classrooms, schools, or institutional programs may be appropriate. This site contains general information about emotionally disturbed behaviors and offers suggestions to parents on identifying the symptoms. Parents of children who are emotionally disturbed would benefit from looking at this page. This page describes Alternate Family Care, a facility that provides services and treatments for children who are severely emotionally disturbed. A page that offers information for parents and caregivers about respite programs.