Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): How to Support Pupils And Avoid Power Struggles
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD): How to Support Pupils And Avoid Power Struggles
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Ever worked with a pupil who argues about everything — even the things they secretly agree with?
In this episode, we unpack Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) — what it is, what it isn’t, and why traditional approaches like confrontation or “tougher boundaries” often backfire.
You’ll discover:
- The common myths that cause teachers to misread ODD behaviour
- The key differences between ODD and PDA (and why that distinction matters)
- How ADHD and ODD overlap, and what that means for your classroom
- What’s really driving the behaviour of pupils with ODD — including the roles of ontrol, safety, and predictability
- And four practical strategies to help you support these pupils without power struggles, conflict, or endless frustration
You’ll learn why your student’s defiance often hides distress — and how changing your response can change everything.
Important links:
Get our FREE SEND Behaviour Handbook: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/send-handbook
Download other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources
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