Diagnostic Interpretations:

The Many Faces of Porcupine Kids

     Porcupine Kids come in many sizes, shapes and bearing different diagnostic labels.  Generally, Porcupine Kids are identified as kids who may be experiencing severe emotional or  behavioral difficulties due to any of the following situations or neurological differences:

 

  • Severe ADHD

  • Abuse related behavior / PTSD

  • Attachment /Trauma Issues

  • Oppositional Defiant Behavior

  • Autism, Aspergers /PDD - Autistic Spectrum Disorders

  • Early Onset Bipolar Disorder

  • Selective Mutism

 

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