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karshenas M, Namdarpour F, Gorgi Y. Exploring factors affecting behavioral problems in toddlers: A qualitative study. RBS 2025; 23 (2) :220-232
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1- PhD Student, Department of Counseling, Kho.C., Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Iran.
2- Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, Kho.C., Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Iran. ,namdarpour@iau.ac.ir
3- Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Kho.C., Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Iran.
2- Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling, Kho.C., Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Iran. ,
3- Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Kho.C., Islamic Azad University, Khomeinishahr, Iran.
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Abstract
Behavioral problems in toddlers are one of the important challenges in the field of psychology. These problems can have serious effects on the growth and development of children. This study aimed to identify the factors affecting behavioral problems in toddlers.
Methods: This study was conducted using a qualitative phenomenological approach and data analysis was performed using the Cloaizzi method. The study population consisted of 20 mothers with children aged 12 to 24 months in 1403. The samples were selected purposively and then semi-structured interviews were conducted, and this process continued until theoretical saturation was reached.
Findings: After analyzing the content of the data, 3 main categories and 15 subthemes of the consequences of children's behavioral problems in the family were obtained, which include; individual and genetic factors (premature birth, heredity, physical problems, temperament, regulatory disorders, attachment problrms, language development problems), family factors (parental conflicts, parental psychological disorders, maternal emotion dysregulation, maternal insecure attachment, abusive parents, parenting style), environmental factors (economic status, social status).
Conclusion: Behavioral problems in toddlers result from the complex interplay of individual, biological, familial, and environmental factors. These elements interact and shape a child's behavior within the framework of specific relationships and environmental conditions. Identifying and understanding these interactions are essential for designing effective and targeted interventions, as they not only contribute to improving children's mental and behavioral health but also prevent the occurrence of serious and costly problems in the future. Therefore, the health system should prioritize the development of intervention programs, family support, and parental education to create a foundation for the healthy development of children.
Keywords: toddlerhood, behavioral problems, children, exploring contributing factors.
Behavioral problems in toddlers are one of the important challenges in the field of psychology. These problems can have serious effects on the growth and development of children. This study aimed to identify the factors affecting behavioral problems in toddlers.
Methods: This study was conducted using a qualitative phenomenological approach and data analysis was performed using the Cloaizzi method. The study population consisted of 20 mothers with children aged 12 to 24 months in 1403. The samples were selected purposively and then semi-structured interviews were conducted, and this process continued until theoretical saturation was reached.
Findings: After analyzing the content of the data, 3 main categories and 15 subthemes of the consequences of children's behavioral problems in the family were obtained, which include; individual and genetic factors (premature birth, heredity, physical problems, temperament, regulatory disorders, attachment problrms, language development problems), family factors (parental conflicts, parental psychological disorders, maternal emotion dysregulation, maternal insecure attachment, abusive parents, parenting style), environmental factors (economic status, social status).
Conclusion: Behavioral problems in toddlers result from the complex interplay of individual, biological, familial, and environmental factors. These elements interact and shape a child's behavior within the framework of specific relationships and environmental conditions. Identifying and understanding these interactions are essential for designing effective and targeted interventions, as they not only contribute to improving children's mental and behavioral health but also prevent the occurrence of serious and costly problems in the future. Therefore, the health system should prioritize the development of intervention programs, family support, and parental education to create a foundation for the healthy development of children.
Keywords: toddlerhood, behavioral problems, children, exploring contributing factors.
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Received: 2025/03/13 | Accepted: 2025/08/11 | Published: 2025/09/1
Received: 2025/03/13 | Accepted: 2025/08/11 | Published: 2025/09/1
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