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Oppositional behavior in children.

E R Christophersen1

  • 1Behavioral Pediatrics Section, Children's Mercy Hospital, Kansas City, MO 64108.

Pediatric Annals
|May 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary
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Early intervention for oppositional behaviors in children is crucial. Parent training is an effective treatment approach, though more research is needed on positive reinforcement strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Child psychology
  • Behavioral science
  • Developmental pediatrics

Background:

  • Oppositional behaviors in children, including noncompliance and aggression, require timely intervention.
  • Early treatment of these behaviors is generally more effective than later interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current understanding of oppositional behaviors in children.
  • To highlight the effectiveness of parent training as a primary treatment modality.
  • To identify areas for future research in optimizing treatment outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Assessment methods include clinical interviews, rating scales, direct observation, and self-report measures.
  • Treatment approaches primarily focus on parent training strategies.
  • Literature review examining discipline versus 'time-in' strategies.

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Main Results:

  • Parent training has demonstrated significant improvements in children's oppositional behaviors.
  • Research has historically focused more on discipline than on positive reinforcement ('time-in').

Conclusions:

  • Parent training is a recommended approach for treating childhood oppositional behaviors.
  • Further research is necessary to determine optimal interventions for best social and psychological outcomes.
  • Advances in assessment and treatment necessitate continued investigation into long-term efficacy.