Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Oppositional defiant disorder is a persistent pattern of defiant, irritable, and confrontational behavior toward authority figures, which appears mainly in childhood and adolescence.
Common signs:
- Frequent anger or irritability
- Constant arguments with adults
- Refusal to follow rules or instructions
- A tendency to blame others for one's own mistakes
Which specialist treats it? The child psychiatrist and the psychologist evaluate and support these behaviors, with help from the educational psychologist in the school setting.
When to seek guidance? When defiant behaviors are intense, long-lasting, and affect life at home or at school, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional. A careful evaluation helps the family understand the situation and receive appropriate support.
Data on 120 doctors who treat oppositional defiant disorder
Specialties that treat oppositional defiant disorder
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Doctors specialized in oppositional defiant disorder
Dr. Iraís Díaz Báez
Dr. Shelly Márquez
Dra. Blanca Margarita Moreno Ramírez
Dra. Brenda Magdalena Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Irving Granados Velázquez
Dr. Lesbros Pablo Huelsz
Dra. Gabriela Osio Morales
Dra. Alejandrina Inés Nogales Imaca
Dra. Alejandrina Inés Nogales Imaca
Dr. Felix Velasco Alva
Dr. Felix Velasco Alva
Dra. La Luz Beltran Herrera Ma De
Dr. María Beatriz Quintanilla Madero
Dra. Josefina Maldonado Lozano
Dra. Monica Claudia Luna Pineda
Dr. Enrique Rafael Suárez Álvarez
Dra. Esperanza Olivas Elias
Dra. Martha Alicia Luna Chavez
Dr. Tadeo Javier Meza Quintero
Dra. Tania Rey
Frequently asked questions
What is oppositional defiant disorder?
Oppositional defiant disorder is a persistent pattern of defiant, irritable, and confrontational behavior toward authority figures, which appears mainly in childhood and adolescence.
Which doctor treats oppositional defiant disorder?
Oppositional Defiant Disorder is usually treated by specialists in psychoanalyst, psychologist, educational psychologist, psychiatrist, child psychiatrist.