Boys with externalizing forms of E/BD outnumber girls with externalizing forms of E/BD by about five to one.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that boys are more likely to exhibit externalizing behaviors associated with emotional and behavioral disorders (E/BD) than girls. This includes behaviors such as aggression, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and conduct problems. The ratio of boys to girls with externalizing forms of E/BD is generally around 4:1 or 5:1. Girls are more likely to exhibit internalizing behaviors, such as anxiety and depression, which may be less visible or noticeable than externalizing behaviors.

Boys with Externalizing Forms of E/BD Outnumber Girls with Externalizing