Overview
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is persistently negative, defiant, and disobedient behavior in a child. The behavior is aimed at authority figures.
Symptoms
p>Signs of ODD generally begin before a child is 8 years old.
Treatments
Treatment involves individual and family therapy. Medications might also be recommended for related mental health conditions.
Last Updated: April 25th, 2018
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