Oppositional Defiant Disorder Overview
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What is the minimum duration of the angry/irritable mood or defiant behavior to be considered symptomatic?

  • 6 months (correct)
  • 1 year
  • 2 years
  • 3 months

    • Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with angry/irritable mood?

  • Often actively defies authority (correct)
  • Often blames others
  • Is often touchy or easily annoyed
  • Often loses temper

    • At what frequency must the behavior occur for individuals aged 5 years or older to meet the criteria?

  • Once a week (correct)
  • Twice a month
  • Twice a week
  • Once a month

    • Which of the following best describes the 'Vindictiveness' symptom?

    <p>Has been spiteful or vindictive at least twice in past 6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can one distinguish symptomatic behaviors from those that are within normal limits?

    <p>By the intensity and frequency relative to norms for the individual</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the severity classification if symptoms are confined to only one setting?

    <p>Mild</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered when determining if the behavior is symptomatic?

    <p>The age of parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be true for the behavior to not be classified under psychotic or bipolar disorders?

    <p>The behavior cannot occur exclusively during episodes of these disorders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following would NOT be considered as a symptom of argumentative/defiant behavior?

    <p>Is often resentful towards peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom must occur at least twice within the past 6 months to qualify as vindictive?

    <p>Has been spiteful or vindictive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Oppositional Defiant Disorder

    • Characterized by a persistent pattern of angry/irritable mood, argumentative/defiant behavior, or vindictiveness lasting at least 6 months.
    • Diagnosed based on the presence of at least four symptoms from any of the following categories:
      • Angry/Irritable Mood:
        • Frequent temper tantrums.
        • Being easily annoyed and touchy.
        • Feeling angry and resentful.
      • Argumentative/Defiant Behavior:
        • Frequently arguing with authority figures (adults for children and adolescents).
        • Actively defying or refusing to comply with requests from authority figures or rules.
        • Intentionally annoying others.
        • Blaming others for their own mistakes or misbehavior.
      • Vindictiveness:
        • Exhibiting spitefulness or vindictiveness at least twice within the past 6 months.
    • Children younger than 5 years must display the behavior on most days for at least 6 months.
    • Individuals 5 years or older should display the behavior at least once per week for 6 months.
    • The criteria provide a minimum level of frequency for defining symptoms. However, other factors like developmental level, gender, and cultural norms should also be considered.
    • The disorder is associated with distress in the individual or those in their immediate social context.
    • It negatively impacts social, educational, occupational, or other important functioning.
    • The behaviors should not occur exclusively during psychotic, substance-use, depressive, or bipolar disorders.
    • The diagnosis should be made after ruling out disruptive mood disorder.
    • The disorder can be specified based on the severity:
      • Mild: Symptoms are confined to one setting (home, school, work, peers).
      • Moderate: Some symptoms are present in at least two settings.
      • Severe: Some symptoms are present in three or more settings.

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    This quiz covers the symptoms and diagnostic criteria for Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), including mood patterns, defiance, and vindictiveness. It is designed to enhance your understanding of how ODD manifests in children and adolescents. Test your knowledge on the definitions and examples provided.

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