Charateristics

Immature
Irritating
Thoughtless behaviors
Inappropriate cellphone
Side conversations
lateness or leaving early
laptop usage in class

Hyperactivity (short attention span, impulsiveness);
Aggression or
self-injurious behavior
Not interacting socially with others
Excessive fear or anxiety)

Involves

Pattern of disruptive behaviors Cause
Problems in school
At home
In social situations

Signs of Disruptive Behavior Disorders

Children with a disruptive behavior disorder will show repeated and persistent patterns of anger, defiance, backtalk, trouble managing and regulating their emotions, and even hostile or aggressive behavior toward grownups or other children.

Impact on Learning

Difficult to focus,
Create feelings of fear or panic,
Cause them to develop depression,
Make them behave disruptively in class,

Easily getting annoyed or nervous
Often appearing angry
Putting blame on others
Refusing to follow rules or questioning authority
Arguing and throwing temper tantrums
Having difficulty in handling frustration

What to Avoid

Do not allow the behavior to continue.
Avoid making it a class issue – address only the student who is causing the disruption.
Avoid an argument or shouting match.
Do not blame or ridicule the student, or use sarcasm.
Do not touch the student