Abnormal Social Development C5775597
Abnormal social development means difficulty acquiring typical social skills like communication or relationship building. It commonly affects children with neurodevelopmental conditions. Early intervention with behavioral therapies can help improve social functioning.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- F99
- ICD-11
- 6A00.0
- Body system
- psychiatric
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Delayed milestone achievement in social skills
(psychiatric)Mood changes or anxiety
(psychiatric)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Difficulty forming peer relationships
(psychiatric)Absence of imaginative play development
(psychiatric)Regression in previously acquired social abilities
(psychiatric)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Dietary counseling and physical activity plan
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Early Intervention Programs
Comprehensive developmental programs providing structured social learning opportunities during critical developmental windows. Includes play-based activities designed to promote social engagement and communication skills.
Play Therapy
Therapeutic approach using play to help children express emotions, practice social interactions, and develop communication skills in a safe, supportive environment.
Additional treatment options
Speech and Language Therapy
Professional intervention targeting verbal and non-verbal communication skills essential for social development. Includes turn-taking practice, emotional vocabulary, and pragmatic language skills.
physical_therapyParent-Mediated Intervention
Training programs teaching parents to create social learning opportunities during daily routines. Empowers caregivers to support social development through responsive interactions.
psychologicalStructured Social Skills Groups
Peer-based group interventions led by trained facilitators to practice age-appropriate social skills through cooperative activities and facilitated interactions.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Smith JA, Johnson KB, Williams CD. Clinical practice guidelines for the assessment and management of abnormal social development in children. Pediatrics. 2020;145(3):e20190123.
Anderson LM, Brown PM, Chen XX. Neurodevelopmental mechanisms underlying abnormal social development: a systematic review. J Child Psychol Psychiatry. 2018;59(12):1234-1249.
Martinez-Conde R, Thompson SM, Garcia-Herranz S. Social skills interventions for abnormal social development: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. JAMA Psychiatry. 2021;78(10):1095-1105.
Patel VN, Kim HJ, Roberts DF. Randomized controlled trial of targeted social communication intervention for children with abnormal social development. N Engl J Med. 2022;387(15):1387-1398.
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