Behavior Characters of ODD Children with ADHD Symptoms / 中国心理卫生杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective:To explore the behavior characters of children diagnosed as ODD with ADHD symptoms. Methods: The diagnosis of ODD was made according to the ICD-10 criteria . 40 Children having ODD with ADHD symptoms (combined group ) and 22 Children having ODD but without ADHD symptoms (ODD group) were collected from outclinics. The parents of all subjects completed Achenbach Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL) and a family information list. Results: The onset and help-seeking age of the combined group were younger than that of ODD group. They had more disobey, attacking, and extroversive behaviors. Their fathers were more agitative. Parents of the combined group used more beating and scolding in parenting. Conclusion: ODD children with ADHD symptoms had more behavior problems and incur worse parenting style. Their family need more help in early age.