Probably meant diametrically opposed.

IMO, children verging on puberty or close to it need to be taught proper boundaries and to have their own private space. It is unfortunate, but her classmates will not be understanding with this situation. Being different at home is an invitation for damaging taunting and bullying in school which can take years of therapy in adulthood to heal. It is obviously positive to teach them that being different is often a great thing. But sometimes you simply must follow societal norms when it comes to raising a child.