I'm wondering if any parents have some personal insight into something called oppositional defiance disorder?
My little boy has text-book ADHD; has been doing really well on meds (we actually cut his dose in 1/2 over the last couple years).
But the last few months, he has become almost completely unmanageable. I thought maybe it was d/t the fact that my ex (with whom I had maintained a good friendship!!) moved to Texas & barely contacts the kid.
His behavior isn't like the ADHD stuff---it's so completely different than his 'normal' personality (which has always been sweet & kindhearted).
Anyway, long story short, a friend gave me some info on this ODD, & it really seems to describe his behavior.
I'm not anxious to categorize him or throw yet another label on him, but it really seems to make sense.
I can look up facts & such on-line; but if any parents could give some more personal input, etc. I'd appreciate it.
2006-08-04
14:19:57
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