Which disorder is characterized by negative, hostile, or defiant behaviours that are less severe than those found in conduct disorder?

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Oppositional defiant disorder is characterized by repeated negative, hostile, or defiant behaviors towards authority figures, but these behaviors are less severe than those found in conduct disorder. Disruptive behavior disorder is not a recognized diagnosis. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Pervasive developmental disorder is a group of disorders that includes autism spectrum disorder.

Which Disorder Is Characterized by Negative, Hostile, or Defiant Behaviours