Oppositional Defiant Disorder

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What is oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)?

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a behavior disorder, usually diagnosed in childhood.  It is characterized by uncooperative, defiant, negativistic, irritable, and annoying behaviors toward parents, peers, teachers, and other authority figures. Children and adolescents with ODD may appear to be very stubborn and difficult to deal with.

In the DSMM(V) Oppositional Defiant Disorder is an ongoing pattern of disobedient, hostile and defiant behavior toward authority figures which goes beyond the bounds of normal childhood behavior.

Factors to Consider

• Defiance can show up as affecting the child’s ability to function in school, home, or the community.
• Defiance is not an outcome of another disorder such as conduct disorder, depression, anxiety or a more serious psychological disorder.

The diagnostic criteria for these disorders are different although, there might exist co-morbidity.  Experts have also taken into consideration changing definitions and patterns of normal child behavior depending on racial and cultural backgrounds and gender biases. ODD is more common in boys than girls.  Biological, psychological and social settings may also contributes to factors considered as some of the possible issues to look into. ODD typically starts as early as preschool years but can surface earlier.

While the cause of ODD is not known, children and adolescents who develop ODD may have had a difficult time adjusting and facing recurrent unresolved issues, negative reinforcement techniques used by parents and authority figures affecting the development of autonomous skills and character.  Using oppositional defiance reinforces to the child that he or she can achieve the desired attention, time and concern.  Parenting styles, even with the best intentions, may actually be reinforcing oppositional defiance disorder.

What are the symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder?

This could be confusing, as some of these symptoms can be seen in any children, especially when they are tired, hungry, or upset.  Because during those times they tend to disobey, argue with parents, or defy authority. However, if these symptoms occur frequently in your child and is affecting or interfering with their adjustment, studies and social relationships, you should seek the services of a professional for diagnosis.

Defiant Children: How not to raise one

Defiant children can be very wise in defending themselves. They can be very persistent and have enormous energy. Every act for them has a purpose and even possess extraordinary talents and they are often methodical. They often do the opposite of what is being asked of them, this behavior can appear as early as their first year. A defiant child can turn a simple task into a complicated one.

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