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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nODD is a type of behavioral disorder, mostly diagnosed in\nchildhood. Those with ODD typically act uncooperative, defiant, and hostile\ntoward their peers, parents, teachers, and other authority figures. According to\nthe American Psychiatry Association, children diagnosed with ODD exhibit this\npattern of behavior for a minimum of six months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The\ncause of oppositional defiant disorder is still unknown, but likely involves a\ncombination of genetic and environmental factors. Children with ODD are generally considered more\ntroubling to others than they are to themselves. The disorder can impact their\nrelationships with friends and family and affect their educational and social interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Symptoms of ODD typically begin during\npre-school years, but in some cases, they can develop later. They almost always occur before a child enters\ntheir early teen years. Sometimes it is difficult to recognize the difference\nbetween a strong-willed or emotional child and one with oppositional defiant\ndisorder, as it is normal for children to exhibit oppositional behavior at\ncertain stages of their development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Typical symptoms of ODD include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Anger\nand irritability \u2013 Those diagnosed with ODD are characterized as easily losing\ntheir temper, are frequently annoyed by others, and are often resentful.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Argumentative\nand defiant behavior \u2013 Children with ODD often argue with adults or authority\nfigures, defy or refuse to comply with rules, and often blame others for their mistakes.
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\n<\/li> - Vindictiveness\n\u2013 This is defined by repetitive acts of spitefulness or revenge. Children with\nODD typically display vindictive behavior multiple times over a six-month\nperiod.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
It is important for parents to\nunderstand that managing a child with ODD is not something you have to do\nalone. Recognizing the symptoms and getting\nhelp from qualified professionals can be beneficial. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speak to your pediatrician about recommending a child psychologist or a child psychiatrist with expertise in disruptive behavior problems. A mental health expert can coordinate a behavioral health treatment plan that includes developing learning skills to help build positive family interactions and manage problematic behaviors. Additional therapy, and possibly medications, may also be needed based on the severity of the disorder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
To make an appointment with a pediatric mental health professional, please call 718-206-5575.<\/p>\n
All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.<\/strong> <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Every parent has experienced their children display difficult or defiant behavior at times. It is normal part of parenting. Some children and teens, however, may exhibit these traits along with others including anger, irritability, and vindictiveness persistently and for a … Continue reading
- Argumentative\nand defiant behavior \u2013 Children with ODD often argue with adults or authority\nfigures, defy or refuse to comply with rules, and often blame others for their mistakes.