children s health issues
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Treatment of Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Behavior management techniques Possibly group therapy Problems that may be contributing to symptoms (such as dysfunction in the family or ADHD) should be treated if possible. Oppositional defiant disorder is best treated through behavior-management techniques, which include a consistent approach to discipline and appropriate reinforcement of desired behavior (with rewards). Parents and teachers can be instructed in these techniques by the child’s counselor or therapist. Children may benefit from group therapy that helps them improve their social skills. medications used to treat depressive or anxiety disorders sometimes help. Even without treatment, most children gradually improve over time. 