ODD in children, but it is critical for families to understand the facets of the disorder, including how disruptive behaviors actually play out in daily life, and their potential impact on family dynamics and even quality of treatment and care.ODD is listed under the DSM-5’s disruptive behavior disorders category.
To merit a diagnosis, a patient must exhibit at least four of the symptoms outlined below that demonstrate a pattern of angry or irritable mood, argumentative or defiant behavior, or vindictiveness for at least six months with at least one individual who is not a sibling:1.
Often loses temper 2. Is often touchy or easily annoyed 3. Is often angry and resentful4. Often argues with authority figures or, for children and adolescents,.
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