Create a safe reset space

Children with ODD can learn to detect when they are feeling stressed and about to challenge or defy their parents. Giving them a secure place to relax and reconsider their options can be beneficial. Every classroom, for example, has a nook known as a peace corner, which includes a comfy seat, a timer, and materials such as cuddly animals, sensory squeeze toys, and rudimentary drawing and writing supplies. It's a place where kids may relax and recharge. The school also realizes that teachers may require a break as well. Teachers can ask a colleague through text messaging to momentarily cover their class if they are about to lose their cool, using a practice known as tap-in/tap-out.

An unbalanced adult cannot control an unbalanced youngster. Teachers can employ tactics that respect students' emotions and desire for space while also allowing their systems to cool down in a safe manner.