OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANT DISORDER
The paper should be 7 pages in length excluding the title page and reference page and should include an initial section of overview information and then a section about the case study. candidates will be asked to create a hypothetical “textbook” case study, meaning a case study whose characteristics are backed up by the research on the disorder.
The report must include the following:
Research the disorder with a minimum of 5 sources (class texts required, current professional journals, websites)
Discuss the following factors as they are related to a specific disability:
1-Definition and description of disorder
2-The causes, diagnostic tools and treatments associated with the disorder,
Developmental milestones of children with this disability as compared to children without this disability. Focus on milestones within these areas: Sensory, motor, social-behavioral, cognitive, language, speech
Case Study –
1-Educational program specifically addressing your case study
Family History and cultural background of the case study?
2-How does this disability impact a student’s educational needs?
3-What are the student’s strengths, interests and protective factors?
4-What learning style may best suit this child, what classroom accommodations and modifications should the teacher use to support the student’s needs?
5-What should we expect regarding testing modifications or related services
Social/ Behavioral needs specifically addressing your case study
6-How might this disability affect relationships in the home and school?
7-What strategies should be in place to support this child’s behavior, self-esteem and friendship?
