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<blockquote data-quote="mindinggaps" data-source="post: 763542" data-attributes="member: 29823"><p>I am an adult who was diagnosed with ODD and some other related issues at a young age. If you're interested in my full story, feel free to read through some of my other posts and comments which provide more details. I am fortunate that I have transitioned to adulthood fairly successfully - I have a full-time job and stable relationship. However, ODD is still very much a part of my life and something which must be managed at all times. I take medication and engage in regular therapy. </p><p></p><p>It has taken me a while to fully recognize and come to terms with the reality of having to manage these disorders as part of life. Looking back I realize this is partly due to mixed messaging from parents and health care providers which created false expectations. There was always the hope that I would grow out of things or improve on my own. There was hope that when I was an adult, maybe medications could be reduced. I understand there was optimism and no one wants to accept a harsh reality, but I don't think this mindset helped me. By the time I was a teenager, I think it was probably quite clear to everyone around me that issues were simply a part of my existence. I wish this message was communicated to me as I would have helped me learn to manage things better.</p><p></p><p>At some point, we need to learn to cope with our situation and not have faith that things will improve. When I was old enough, I believe I would have benefited from understanding that this is part of life - medications and therapy would likely be necessary. Being a successful adult means having the ability to address these topics on our own. Yes, medications are needed and we need to learn on our own how to manage dosages and doctors. Yes, therapy is needed. Without accepting these realities, it is hard to truly manage on your own.</p><p> </p><p>It is difficult because you don't want your child to feel broken or unwell. But for many behavior issues are part of life. It is like any other disease or diagnosis and patients needs to understand the implications and how they can be treated. In my experience, this would have helped with the transition to adulthood.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="mindinggaps, post: 763542, member: 29823"] I am an adult who was diagnosed with ODD and some other related issues at a young age. If you're interested in my full story, feel free to read through some of my other posts and comments which provide more details. I am fortunate that I have transitioned to adulthood fairly successfully - I have a full-time job and stable relationship. However, ODD is still very much a part of my life and something which must be managed at all times. I take medication and engage in regular therapy. It has taken me a while to fully recognize and come to terms with the reality of having to manage these disorders as part of life. Looking back I realize this is partly due to mixed messaging from parents and health care providers which created false expectations. There was always the hope that I would grow out of things or improve on my own. There was hope that when I was an adult, maybe medications could be reduced. I understand there was optimism and no one wants to accept a harsh reality, but I don't think this mindset helped me. By the time I was a teenager, I think it was probably quite clear to everyone around me that issues were simply a part of my existence. I wish this message was communicated to me as I would have helped me learn to manage things better. At some point, we need to learn to cope with our situation and not have faith that things will improve. When I was old enough, I believe I would have benefited from understanding that this is part of life - medications and therapy would likely be necessary. Being a successful adult means having the ability to address these topics on our own. Yes, medications are needed and we need to learn on our own how to manage dosages and doctors. Yes, therapy is needed. Without accepting these realities, it is hard to truly manage on your own. It is difficult because you don't want your child to feel broken or unwell. But for many behavior issues are part of life. It is like any other disease or diagnosis and patients needs to understand the implications and how they can be treated. In my experience, this would have helped with the transition to adulthood. [/QUOTE]
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