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Study of Behaviour Problems in a Paediatric Outpatient Department

J Prakash1, S Sudarsanan2, P K Pardal3

  • 1Graded Specialist (Psychiatry), Base Hospital Delhi Cantt- 10.

Medical Journal, Armed Forces India
|October 1, 2016
PubMed

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Child behavior problems were assessed using the Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL). Externalizing behaviors were common, with no significant differences found between children from military or civilian backgrounds.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Psychology
  • Child Psychiatry
  • Developmental Psychology

Background:

  • Child behavior problems require precise definition and standardized assessment.
  • Understanding the prevalence and characteristics of behavioral issues in children is crucial for early intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess behavior problems in children aged 6-14 years.
  • To compare behavioral issues between children from armed forces and civilian backgrounds.
  • To identify specific behavioral patterns in relation to age, sex, and socioeconomic status.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 50 children (6-14 years) from a pediatric outpatient department were randomly selected.
  • The Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) was used to assess behavior problems.
  • Statistical analyses were performed on the collected data.

Main Results:

  • 40% of children scored above the cutoff for behavior problems, with a mean CBCL score of 40.6.
  • Children from armed forces backgrounds (72%) showed similar problem rates to civilians.
  • Specific externalizing behaviors differed between sexes; females exhibited perfectionism and excessive arguing, while males showed less guilt and restlessness.

Conclusions:

  • The study identified externalizing behavior problems as predominant in the assessed children.
  • No significant trends in behavior problems were observed between children of defense personnel and the civilian population.
  • Behavioral assessment using the CBCL provides valuable insights into childhood behavioral issues.
Abstract

Keywords:
Child behaviour checklistChild behaviour problems

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