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Huntington's disease - behavioural problems
Better Health — Huntington's disease (HD) is a progressive neurological condition caused by the inheritance of a defective gene. The death of brain cells in particular parts of the brain results in cognitive, physical and emotional impairment. Damage to the ...More…
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Behavioural disorders in children
Better Health — The most common disruptive behaviour disorders in children include oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder (CD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Treatment can include therapy, education and medication. All young ...More…
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Oppositional defiant disorder - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a childhood behavioural problem characterised by constant disobedience and hostility. The quality of the child's family life seems to be an important factor in the development of ODD. Oppositional defiant ...More…
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Obsessive compulsive disorder - family and friends
Better Health — Living with a person with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can have a major impact on family and friends. The fears and behaviours that are symptoms of OCD can be difficult to understand and may be disruptive to household routines and ...More…
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Obsessive compulsive disorder - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. It is characterised by obsessions and compulsions. Obsessions are recurrent thoughts, images or impulses that are intrusive and unwanted. Compulsions are time-consuming and distressing ...More…
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Conduct disorder - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Conduct disorder (CD) refers to a set of problem behaviours exhibited by children and adolescents, which may involve the violation of a person, their rights or their property. Behaviours may include bullying, cruelty to animals or people, and ...More…
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Borderline personality disorder
Better Health — Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of a group of psychiatric conditions known as 'personality disorders'. People with BPD have difficulty relating to other people. With treatment, the symptoms of BPD can be managed better, reduced or ...More…
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Autistic savant
Better Health — Autism is a puzzling disorder characterised by developmental delays. A person with autism often has problems understanding the meaning and purpose of body language and the spoken and written word. They find social interaction difficult, confusing ...More…
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Autism - suggestions for parents
Better Health — A child with autism poses extra challenges for a parent. Parents need support, resources and may want counselling. A doctor or autism support group is a good place to start when looking for help. Parenting is a difficult job, but a child with ...More…
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Autism - Better Health Channel.
Better Health — Autism is a complex disorder which affects a child's ability to interact with the world around them. Signs of autism include poor speech and a lack of interest in other people.The development areas most affected are communication, social ...More…
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder explained
Better Health — A child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) finds it hard to pay attention, be organised, think slowly and sit still. Diagnosis is made only after a complex assessment. Children with ADHD can be helped with different techniques ...More…
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Behaviour modification
Better Health — Medication is an effective treatment for ADHD, but combining medication with non-drug therapies ensures a greater success rate. Non-drug therapies include behaviour modification programs, cognitive therapy, anger management training, social ...More…