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What is Oppositional Defiance Disorder?

Definition of Oppositional Defiance Disorder

Oppositional Defiance Disorder is the reoccurring pattern in a child of defiance, disobedience, hostility, negative attitude, and lack of respect for authorities that has persisted for at least six months. Other behaviors may include deliberately doing things to annoy others, being spiteful, resentful, or vindictive, having difficulty in school or work, and refusing to comply with the directions or rules of adults.

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