In today’s article, you will learn more about a common childhood behavioral disorder I introduced in last week’s column. called Oppositional Defiant Disorder, or ODD. Let’s start with a basic ...

As a child psychiatrist, I've seen how the diagnosis of oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is frequently misunderstood and ...

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The way to tell ODD from developmentally appropriate anger, tantrums, and misbehavior, even a very bad patch, is duration and intensity. “The most notable thing with ODD is going to be the severity ...

Physicians tend to focus on specifically defined disorders and are interested in the longer-term outcomes of people suffering from these disorders. For instance, psychiatrists are concerned with the ...

‌Disinhibited social engagement disorder (DSED) is an attachment disorder that happens in young children, causing them to easily approach and talk to strangers. They are also comfortable seeking ...

Kids often squirm, fidget, talk too much, or don’t want to take turns. It’s not unusual for any kid to have trouble paying attention sometimes. But for almost 10% of kids with ADHD (attention deficit ...

Roughly every month I receive an e-mail from a parent somewhere in the world asking for help with a child who is violent, angry or aggressive. Some people describe being physically beaten or having ...

Challenges with impulsivity and emotional regulation may present as aggression in children with ADHD. These behaviors can be challenging, but a mental health professional can help create an effective ...

Psychologists typically do not diagnose children with personality disorders. This is because their personality is still developing and can change quickly as they grow. However, a child may show early ...