Ohio Assessments for Educators (OAE) Assessment of Professional Knowledge Practice Exam

What characterizes Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)?

1. Positive interaction with authority figures

2. Excessive compliance and obedience

3. Negative and hostile behavior towards authority

4. Inability to make friends

The correct answer is: Negative and hostile behavior towards authority

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) is primarily characterized by negative, hostile, and defiant behaviors directed towards authority figures. This diagnosis often involves frequent temper tantrums, arguing with adults, actively defying rules, and deliberately annoying others. Children with ODD typically demonstrate a consistent pattern of anger and irritability, which significantly impacts their social, educational, and family interactions. The presence of behaviors that show resistance and opposition to authority, such as refusal to comply with requests or rules, is central to understanding ODD. This may manifest as persistent disputes with parents and teachers, and frequent blaming of others for their mistakes or misbehavior. Thus, the choice indicating negative and hostile behavior towards authority best encapsulates the core attributes of Oppositional Defiant Disorder. The other options, such as positive interactions with authority figures, excessive compliance, and inability to make friends, do not accurately represent the characteristics of ODD and instead reflect behaviors that are generally inconsistent with the disorder’s defining traits.