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Causes of Oppositional Defiant Disorder Reference 

State University of New York at Albany

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is defined as a behavior disorder with characteristics such as hostility and defiant behavior with authority figures, peers, and family.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

ODD Classification 

During assessment, the clinician must consider the developmental stage of the child to distinguish normative oppositional behavior from pathological.

Development is a Crucial Consideration When Assessing for ODD

The following are factors that cause oppositional defiant disorder:

* Environmental factors
* Genetic factors
* Biological factors


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