Children can learn oppositional behavior from other kids who can model this behavior
or provide encouragement and positive reinforcement when your child misbehaves. If you
think this is happening to your child, you may need to prevent your child from spending
time with other oppositional peers. Alternatively, allow them to spend time together
but ensure it is highly supervised by an adult (for example, playing a team sport or
spending time with you and your child together). Talk to your child about how your
friend's behavior is not acceptable and make your family's expectations clear.
