Behavioral Disorders: Abnormal Child And Adolescent Psychology

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Case Study of Behavioral Disorders
Trevor Endre
Dr. Roger Gronau
Abnormal Child & Adolescent Psychology
Argosy University
June 21, 2017

Joe, a 13-year old Asian American boy is in the 9th grade, at an inner-city secondary school. Since Joe was very young (pre-K) Joe’s teachers have shown worry due to Joe’s conduct. Joes teachers refer to him as controversial and childish. In middle school his behavior has escalated, involving both verbal and physical assault towards his classmates. Current notes imply that Joe interrupts class frequently. Often involving disputes with his teachers. Joe’s Grades are sub-par, mostly due to the fac he never complete assignments. The school psychologist states that Joe is smart and artistic.
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