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<blockquote data-quote="BusynMember" data-source="post: 166843" data-attributes="member: 1550"><p>I think you need to have her re-evaluated. I recommend a neuropsychologist and a Psychiatrist (with the MD). ODD rarely if ever stands alone. Bipolar and ODD sound the same because, in general, every child with BiPolar (BP) has ODD, which can either get better or go away completely with the right medications. I would not trust just a therapist or a pediatrician with these kids. I would go further. Be sure you are willing to take these kids on as if they were your own. Your fiance WILL choose his children over you, if you get disgusted and want out. We have had some posters with very challenging stepchildren who are sorry they got involved and are ready to walk. Is love of your fiance enough? Only if you truly love the kids too--they are a package deal and can not be separated from the "deal." Nor can you expect him to turn away from them, even if they are disrespectful to you (which they will likely be because they are difficult children.). Lots to think about.</p><p>Good luck <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="BusynMember, post: 166843, member: 1550"] I think you need to have her re-evaluated. I recommend a neuropsychologist and a Psychiatrist (with the MD). ODD rarely if ever stands alone. Bipolar and ODD sound the same because, in general, every child with BiPolar (BP) has ODD, which can either get better or go away completely with the right medications. I would not trust just a therapist or a pediatrician with these kids. I would go further. Be sure you are willing to take these kids on as if they were your own. Your fiance WILL choose his children over you, if you get disgusted and want out. We have had some posters with very challenging stepchildren who are sorry they got involved and are ready to walk. Is love of your fiance enough? Only if you truly love the kids too--they are a package deal and can not be separated from the "deal." Nor can you expect him to turn away from them, even if they are disrespectful to you (which they will likely be because they are difficult children.). Lots to think about. Good luck :) [/QUOTE]
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