- Associated Diagnoses
- Causes
- Diagnosis
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Parent Child Interaction Therapy
- Signs and Symptoms
- Treatment
It can be very confusing trying to distinguish between ODD and normal efforts by children or adolescents to assert their independence.
Professionals therefore depend on a detailed history of behaviors in various situations, from parents, teachers, and other caregivers.
They will use this history to confirm that:
- several oppositional and defiant behaviors have been present for an extended period
- the behaviors significantly interfere with the child’s activities
- the behaviors aren’t normal for his age and development.
ODD is often diagnosed along with ADHD, and the signs can be confused
In addition, many of the signs of ODD are related to the more severe conduct disorder.
Even if the number and intensity of a child’s behavioral issues does not fulfill the minimum criteria for a diagnosis of ODD, specialized help may still be warranted to address a parent’s concerns about their child and to prevent the onset of this disorder.
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