1. 1. Oppositional Defiant Disorder ODD Persistent pattern of tantrums, arguing, and angry or disruptive behaviortoward authority figures that disrupts or damages the childs social, family, andacademic life.
2. 2. What Does Oppositional Defiant Disorder Look Like?
3. 3. Causes and TreatmentsCauses Treatments A childs natural disposition Individual and family therapy Limitations or developmental Parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT)delays in a childs ability toprocess thoughts and feelings Cognitive problem solving training Lack of supervision Social skills training Inconsistent or harsh discipline Parent training Abuse or neglect Treatment for other conditions that often co-exist like ADHD, anxiety, or depression. An imbalance of certain brainchemicals, such as serotonin
4. 4. Classroom Strategies Show positive reinforcement when the student showsflexibility or cooperation Indirect or earshot praise Reduce the number of words spoken Give directions once and wait for student to ask questions if they wantmore information or clarification Teacher takes a time-out if they feel like their response might make theconflict worse.
5. 5. ReferencesCharles, C.M., Ormond, J.E.. (2010). Education Custom Edition forUniversity of La Verne EDU 503. Boston, MA: Pearson.Staff writer, March 2011. Facts for Families Children WithOppositional Defiance Disorder. American Academy of Child &Adolescent Psychiatry, No. 72. Retrieved fromhttp://www.aacap.org/galleries/FactsForFamilies/72_children_with_oppositional_defiant_disorder.pdfStaff writer. Jan 6, 2012. Oppositional Defiant Disorder. Retrievedfrom http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oppositional-defiant-disorder/DS00630