Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) is a rare condition characterized by distinct regression of developmental and behavioral
functioning following a period of apparently normal development for at least 2 years. The purpose of this article is to present
the developmental, behavioral, psychosocial, and medical histories of eight children who have been diagnosed with CDD in an
attempt to advance the understanding of this rare disorder. Results indicate the average age of onset was 3.21 years. Three
cases reported an insidious onset while two cases exhibited acute onset. Developmental and behavioral milestones were met
at age appropriate times in each case and significant deterioration of formerly acquired skills and abnormalities in functioning
were clinically present in all eight cases.
Keywords Childhood disintegrative disorder – Pervasive developmental disorder