Emotional Disturbance (Noun)
Meaning
Any mental disorder not caused by detectable organic abnormalities of the brain and in which a major disturbance of emotions is predominant.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The child's emotional disturbance was evident in her extreme mood swings and aggressive behavior towards her peers.
- A student with an emotional disturbance may require special accommodations and support in the classroom to succeed.
- Her emotional disturbance was diagnosed as a result of the traumatic event she experienced in her childhood.
- The new teacher was trained to identify and respond to students with emotional disturbances in her classroom.
- Children with emotional disturbances often struggle to form and maintain healthy relationships with their family and friends.