Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional defiant disorder is a behavioral disorder defined by chronic aggression, frequent outbursts, and a tendency to ignore requests and purposely irritate others. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment options associated with ODD here.
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What Are the Symptoms of Oppositional Defiant Disorder?
Oppositional defiant disorder is a condition marked by overt aggressiveness, hostility, and...
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Free Resource: Why Is My Child So Defiant?
ODD is a childhood condition marked by defiant, hostile, negative, and uncooperative behavior toward...
Do Children Grow Out of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?
"I was diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) as a child," one reader tells us. "Is there...
On-Demand Parenting Webinars
Free Webinar Replay: Defuse the Defiance—Treating Oppositional Defiant Disorder
In this hour-long webinar-on-demand, learn about medications that can help you manage ODD symptoms,...
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Why Is My Child So Angry?!
Beaten down by your child's defiant behavior? Wondering why she's always in a rage? It could be...
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Free Parenting Resource: Manage Your Child’s Anger
Anger is natural, but if it isn't handled properly, it can get your child in a lot of trouble....
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Dear ADDitude: How Can I Help My Son with ODD Do Homework?
"My 13-year-old rushes through his homework and often forgets to hand it in. He also has ODD, so he...
ADHD Comorbidities & Related Conditions
Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Overview and Facts
Research shows that anywhere from 25 percent of boys with ADHD and 10 percent of girls with ADHD will...
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ADD, ODD, and Eye Contact
"My son, who has attention deficit, won't look in the eyes of people who are speaking to him — a...
Oppositional Behavior
Back From the Brink: Two Families' Stories of Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a serious, family-straining condition often associated with...
Meltdowns & Anger
When She’s Too Angry to Speak
When anger floods in, it drowns out reason. Your child can't articulate his feelings, and so she...
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Men with ADHD Are Asking: “Why Am I So Angry?”
Many men with attention deficit have uncontrolled emotions that threaten their home life, friendship...
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Free Resource: Is It More Than Just ADHD?
A majority of people ADHD also have a second condition — like learning disabilities, mood disorders,...
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Half of All Kids with ADHD Have a Learning Disability or Related Condition
The stereotypical hallmarks of ADHD — inattention, poor executive functions, behavioral problems, and...
Meltdowns & Anger
When “Use Your Words” Isn’t Enough
"You just don't understand!" Sound familiar? If so, then your child's meltdowns might stem from his...