ODDCD

Oppositional Defiant Disorder/Conduct Disorder - Best-Practice Intervention Strategies*

• Train parents in behavior modification techniques
• Confirm diagnosis to rule out similar diagnoses that mimic ODD symptoms
• Review parenting techniques to assess effectiveness of training
• Monitor medications if prescribed for co-morbidity (e.g., ADHD, Depression)
• Develop effective problem-solving skills
• Develop appropriate assertiveness skills
• Increase anger management skills
• Assist parents in developing contracts/reward system for positive behavior
• Increase acceptance of responsibility for behaviors
• Decrease impulsivity and identify alternate appropriate behaviors
• Maintain communication between all contexts: parents, school, and community

* Compiled by Cenpatico from multiple sources; citations available upon request.
Last Updated 1/27/11