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Oppositional Behavior
Children with oppositional behavior have an ongoing pattern of being uncooperative and defiant towards authority figures. this behavior is seen in a variety of settings. Oppositional behavior affects the child's social, family, and school functioning. Many children with oppositional behavior respond to positive parenting techniques.
Symptoms of Oppositional Behavior
- Arguing
- fighting
- Refusing to follow the rules
- blaming others
- Unwilling to compromise
- Difficulty making friends
- Persistent negativity
- Feeling annoyed
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