noun
behavioral disorder; behavioural disorder
A clinical or descriptive term for patterns of disruptive or maladaptive behavior. Used in medical, psychological, and educational contexts.
その子供は行動障害と診断された。
The child was diagnosed with a behavioral disorder.
行動障害の治療には多角的なアプローチが必要だ。
A multifaceted approach is necessary for treating behavioral disorders.
発達障害 refers to developmental disorders (e.g., autism, ADHD), while 行動障害 specifically focuses on behavioral problems, which may be a symptom of various underlying conditions.
精神障害 is a broader term for mental disorders, encompassing mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders, whereas 行動障害 is more narrowly about conduct and behavior.
Compound of 行動 (こうどう, 'behavior') and 障害 (しょうがい, 'disorder' or 'impairment').