Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is more than occasional aggressive or irritating behavior. It’s a pattern of angry, uncooperative, and mean conduct that negatively impacts a child’s life at home and at school. Use this self-test to find out if your defiant child is showing signs of ODD, along with or instead of ADHD. The symptoms… Continuar lendo [Self-Test] Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Children.
Symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) include regular temper tantrums, excessive arguments with adults, and uncooperative, deliberately annoying, or mean and spiteful behavior. If you recognize these extreme symptoms in your child, consider seeking a diagnosis and behavioral parent training. Loses temper Argues with adults Actively defies or refuses to comply with adults’ requests or… Continuar lendo What Does Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) Look Like in Children?
What Does Anxiety Look Like In Children? If your child feels anxious most of the time, or if her anxiety is disproportionate to the situation, you may be dealing with a bigger problem than standard nerves. Anxiety is Normal, Primary or Secondary? , How to Treat? , Try to Understand the Fears, Ask the Child… Continuar lendo How to recognize primary and secondary anxiety in a child who may also have ADHD.