Oppositional Defiant Disorder and the Volunteer Fire and EMS Service
November 3, 2026
Have you ever encountered a firefighter who disregards rules, doesn’t respond well to authority, blames others, and is consistently argumentative? These are all signs that the individual is displaying oppositional defiant behavior. So, what can you do about it? This article for Fire Engineering by NVFC board member Joe Maruca delves into the characteristics of oppositional defiant disorder and techniques leaders can use to manage this behavior.
