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Behavioral Problems of Children

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Behavioral problems in children are both common and underdiagnosed [1, 2]. While some of these conditions have prominent genetic or neurological contributions, it is now widely appreciated that most behavioral problems in children result from maladaptive responses to their environment. Stress, parenting issues, and family environment contribute to behavioral problems [3]. Although many may dismiss childhood behavioral problems as being benign and temporary, studies show that most adult mental health disorders first manifest in childhood, often arising from a preexisting behavioral problem [4]. The family physician plays an essential role in the early detection and treatment of childhood behavioral problems and can reduce both childhood and adult morbidity by detecting these conditions and ensuring early intervention [5].

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  1. Department of Family Medicine, Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE, USA

    Laeth Nasir

  2. Department of Pediatrics, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA

    Arwa Nasir

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    Paul Paulman

  2. Department of Family and Community Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, VA, USA

    Robert B. Taylor

  3. Department of Family Medicine, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA

    Audrey A. Paulman

  4. Department of Family Medicine, Creighton University, Omaha, NE, USA

    Laeth S. Nasir

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Nasir, L., Nasir, A. (2020). Behavioral Problems of Children. In: Paulman, P., Taylor, R., Paulman, A., Nasir, L. (eds) Family Medicine. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4939-0779-3_178-1

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