For children younger than 5 years, the behavior should occur on most days for a period of at least 6 months unless otherwise noted (Criterion A8). Note: The persistence and frequency of these behaviors should be used to distinguish a behavior that is within normal limits from a behavior that is symptomatic. Has been spiteful or vindictive at least twice within the past 6 months. Often blames others for his or her mistakes or misbehavior.Ĩ. Often actively defies or refuses to comply with requests from authority figures or with rules.ħ. Often argues with authority figures or, for children and adolescents, with adults.ĥ. A pattern of angry/irritable mood, argumentative/defiant behavior, or vindictiveness lasting at least 6 months as evidenced by at least four symptoms from any of the following categories, and exhibited during interaction with at least one individual who is not a sibling.Ĥ. Early intervention seeks to prevent the development of conduct disorder, substance abuse, and delinquency that can cause lifelong social, occupational, and academic impairments.Ī. They are at high risk of developing social and emotional problems as adults, including suicide and substance use disorders. Adults and adolescents with a history of ODD have a greater than 90% chance of being diagnosed with another mental illness in their lifetime. Medications are not recommended as first-line treatment for ODD however, treatment of comorbid mental health conditions with medications often improves ODD symptoms. Behavioral therapy for the child and family members improves symptoms of ODD. ODD is often comorbid with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorder, and mood disorders, including anxiety and depression. There are no tools specifically designed for diagnosing ODD, but multiple questionnaires can aid in diagnosis while assessing for other psychiatric conditions. Children and adolescents with ODD may have trouble controlling their temper and are often disobedient and defiant toward others. Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a disruptive behavior disorder characterized by a pattern of angry or irritable mood, argumentative or defiant behavior, or vindictiveness lasting for at least six months.
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