Health & wellness

Child behavioral disorders & conditions

Learn about the signs and symptoms, risk factors, help and resources for several childhood behavioral disorders and conditions.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood conditions in the United States.
Bullying is a widespread problem in the U.S., with about 30% of kids saying they've bullied, been bullied or both.
The "choking game" has been around for generations, but it has taken a more dangerous turn with kids playing alone.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is marked by frequent and consistent negative, defiant, disobedient and hostile behavior toward adults.
Peer pressure can be a problem when it influences kids toward risky behaviors.

Last modified: 4/14/2011