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[Emotional behaviors as a neurological dysfunction].

F Pérez-Alvarez1, C Timoneda-Gallart

  • 1Hospital Universitari Dr. Josep Trueta, Girona, España. fpereza@comg.es

Revista De Neurologia
|October 22, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Emotional behaviors stem from specific neurological mechanisms. This study found that treating emotional distress improved planning abilities and reduced defensive behaviors in children, indicating neurological maturation.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Behavioral Science

Context:

  • The emotional component of behaviors is hypothesized to be explainable by specific neurological mechanisms.
  • Behavioral and cognitive problems in children are common presentations in neuropediatric units.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the neurological basis of emotional behaviors in children.
  • To assess the impact of emotional treatment on cognitive functions, specifically planning, and observable defensive behaviors.

Summary:

  • A qualitative case analysis of 749 children (5-14 years) with behavioral/cognitive issues was conducted.
  • A subsample of 20 children received emotional treatment, with pre- and post-treatment assessments focusing on planning (using DN:CAS) and defensive behaviors.
  • Significant improvements in planning and a reduction in defensive behaviors were observed in 82% of cases post-treatment.

Impact:

  • This research provides neurological insights into emotional behaviors and defensive mechanisms in children.
  • Findings suggest that addressing emotional distress can lead to significant improvements in cognitive functions like planning and overall behavioral maturation.

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