Oppositional defiant disorder

This childhood mental health condition includes frequent and persistent anger, irritability, arguing, defiance or vindictiveness toward authority.

In our diverse classrooms, we encounter a broad range of minds, each with its unique way of perceiving and interacting with the world. Among these, some students experience emotions and interactions more intensely than others, processing their environment with heightened sensitivity and responding with powerful expressions of their needs and feelings.

When a child is persistently angry, defiant, or vindictive, they may have oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). Learn about what ODD is and how it is treated.

Ever wonder why some children seem perpetually locked in battle with authority figures, constantly arguing, disobeying, and seemingly fueled by anger? This might not be typical...

Examples of the difference between Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), an autism spectrum condition, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Find articles for parenting tips for ODD children. Learn oppositional defiant disorder strategies with Empowering Parents to help your child's compliance and control.

ADHD vs. ODD I have been hesitant to create this Venn diagram as part of my #ADHD misdiagnosis series. I have been hesitant because I don't particularly like the diagnosis of ODD. However, I didn't want to let my bias influence my process, and the reality is that up to…

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a children’s mental health disorder that involves defying parents, breaking rules, and other behavior problems.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a severe and consistent behavioral disorder in children. Use these four strategies to better manage your child's behavior