Young people commonly exhibit defiant behavior at times. They may argue, talk back and defy parents, other adults and teachers. When uncooperative and hostile behavior increases in frequency and is excessive relative to other children of the same age and developmental level, it may be a Oppositional defiant disorder.
Symptoms of childhood and adolescent oppositional defiant behavior include:
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