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Elopement

Wandering is moving away from supervision without fully understanding danger or being able to explain the reason for leaving.

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Running away or leaving a safe area without permission

Running away or leaving a safe area without permission

What the behavior can mean The phrase covers several different patterns. A young child may wander because curiosity, limited danger awareness, and immature impulse control exceed their ability to follow boundaries. A child with autism, intellectual disability, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, epilepsy, sleep disorders, communication difficulties, or sensory-seeking behavior may leave a safe area without fully understanding […]