Oppositional defiant disorder
Also called: ODD
A disorder in a child marked by defiant and disobedient behavior to authority figures.
- Treatment can help, but this condition can't be cured
- Chronic: can last for years or be lifelong
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging not required
The cause of oppositional defiant disorder is unknown but likely involves a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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