Question

Brad has been diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD). The disorder began around age 12 and is characterized by disobedient and hostile behavior toward authority figures. What aspect of this case is unusual?

Answer 1

It's unusual for ODD to start at age 12.

Step-by-step explanation:

This disorder is usually diagnosed around elementary school ages. In the example, Brad's diagnosis is delayed accordng to the average.

Some of the symptoms are refusal to follow rules, arguments with authorities and irritable moood. For a child to be diagnosed with ODD, he must present the symptoms for about six months.