Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a condition which is characterized by a consistent pattern of disruptive, violent or defiant behavior. Although the disorder generally presents before the age of 8, it can be undiagnosed or mistaken for another condition until the adolescent years. Without therapeutic intervention, ODD can cause extreme disruption to the family as […]

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a condition in which an individual exhibits a persistent pattern of angry, disruptive or defiant behavior toward authority figures. ODD generally appears before a child is 8, however, some remain undiagnosed or untreated until the adolescent years when the acting out becomes more harmful. Some of the specific indicators of […]

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is a condition which presents in approximately 6-10% of children before the age of 8. It is characterized by a persistent set of negative behaviors toward parents or other authority figure. Some of the symptoms of ODD are: Arguing Refusal to comply with basic requests  Blaming others for mistakes  Easily annoyed […]

Oppositional defiance disorder, or ODD, is a behavioral condition that usually manifests when a child is around 8 years old. The behavior is characterized by extreme defiance toward authority figures, such as teachers and parents. Other symptoms include placing blame on others, constant arguing, aggression and anger, seeking revenge, deliberately disobeying reasonable rules, and more. […]

Oppositional defiance disorder, or ODD, can cause plenty of stress and frustration for children and their families. Parents often seek advice and guidance on how to keep things progressive and positive when it comes to helping their child with ODD. Here are some tips for parents of children with ODD that can help smooth out […]

Oppositional defiance disorder is a behavioral condition that manifests in children and is characterized by negative, aggressive and defiant behavior. While most children experience periods of testing the authority of adults, children with ODD experience more severe behavioral and emotional acting out, which leads to serious issues in developing and keeping relationships at home and […]

Oppositional defiance disorder, or ODD, is a behavioral condition that first manifests in childhood, around age 8. It’s not uncommon for children with ODD to also have other behavioral conditions, such as ADHD, anxiety or depression. In childhood, more boys are diagnosed with ODD than girls, although when the condition develops in adolescence, nearly an […]

When a child demonstrates consistent defiance to authority figures in his or her life, it may be a case of oppositional defiance disorder, or ODD. Many parents and teachers may ask themselves: what is ODD? The condition is classed as a behavior problem and frequently disrupts the child’s normal interactions and relationships with family, friends […]

Anxiety disorders in teens is when someone experiences so many physical and mental symptoms of worry, fear and panic that it interferes with normal living. While it’s normal for everyone to have periods of stress and nervousness, an anxiety disorder is more frequent and more severe. In extreme cases, teens who suffer from anxiety disorders […]