Is Rad a Disability

Reactive attachment disorderSpecialtyPsychiatry, pediatrics

Is RAD a developmental disability?

RAD has not traditionally been considered to be a neurodevelopmental disorder, as it is thought to be caused by maltreatment, but it may be that maltreatment in early life can set in train developmental trajectories that are shared by other ESSENCE disorders.

Is reactive attachment disorder permanent?

Without treatment, reactive attachment disorder can continue for several years and may have lifelong consequences. Some research suggests that some children and teenagers with reactive attachment disorder may display callous, unemotional traits that can include behavior problems and cruelty toward people or animals.