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What Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
There is often a fine line between a disobedient child and a child with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD).  The main difference is that a child with ODD does not respond to punishment and becomes uncontrollable.

ODD is a behavior disorder that involves a pattern of uncooperative, negative, defiant, hostile behavior toward parents, peers, teachers, and other authority figures. These defiant behaviors interfere with a child’s academic, social, and family life.  The child finds it difficult to act according to what is considered normal and polite behavior.

Quick Facts
  • ODD is more common in boys than girls.
  • Children with ODD often have poor self-esteem, low frustration tolerance, and temper outbursts.
  • ODD affects 5-15% of school-aged children and adolescents.
  • ODD can develop into conduct disorder.
  • Children with ODD often have ADHD as well.
  • Children with ODD display the behaviors with adults and peers they know well.
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