behavioral difficulties
[bɪˈheɪvjərəl ˈdɪfɪkəltiz]
nounpl: behavioral difficulties
dificuldades comportamentais
1. Persistent patterns of inappropriate or disruptive behavior that interfere with social, academic, or occupational functioning
The student was referred to the school psychologist due to behavioral difficulties in the classroom.
O aluno foi encaminhado ao psicólogo escolar devido às dificuldades comportamentais em sala de aula.
2. Challenges in managing emotions, impulses, or social interactions that deviate from expected behavioral norms
Children with behavioral difficulties may benefit from structured routines and positive reinforcement.
Crianças com dificuldades comportamentais podem se beneficiar de rotinas estruturadas e reforço positivo.
3. In educational and clinical contexts, disorders or conditions affecting appropriate conduct and self-regulation
Teachers receive training to support students with behavioral difficulties.
Professores recebem treinamento para apoiar alunos com dificuldades comportamentais.
In Brazil and the USA, 'behavioral difficulties' is a clinical and educational term widely used in schools, psychological evaluations, and special education contexts. In the Brazilian education system, it's often discussed in multidisciplinary meetings (conselhos de classe). In the USA, similar terminology is used in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings. The term aims to be less stigmatizing than older labels like 'problem child.'
NYC Slang
acting out, acting up, being a problem kid
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