Overview
A transdiagnostic difficulty regulating emotional responses appropriately, often co-occurring with other disorders.
Diagnostic criteria overview
- Criterion a: intense emotional responses out of proportion to context
- Criterion b: rapid escalation and difficulty returning to baseline
- Criterion c: impairment in social, academic, or family functioning
Symptoms
- Intense emotional reactions
- Impulsivity
- Difficulty calming after distress
Impact on functioning
- Rapid escalation of emotions to minor triggers
- Difficulty calming without adult intervention
- Impulsive reactions affecting peer relationships
- Disruption to learning
- Family stress related to unpredictable emotional responses