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Hi I'm new, 6 y/o son has severe ODD (? CD)
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<blockquote data-quote="TeDo" data-source="post: 415061"><p>Hereditary or not, you need to have him evaluated further. A neuropsychologist does several hours of extensive testing and determines more specifics that a psychiatrist's paper testing does. I think it would be very helpful and it has made a huge difference in the treatment of some of our difficult children. It usually steers everyone in the right direction. Even if it is hereditary does not mean it can't be treated (not cured) and dealt with more effectively for all involved. I agree that you need to keep your family safe. Do what you need to do to ensure that but don't give up on difficult child yet. Respite is a good thing. It is temporary and is meant to give you and your other children a break even just for a little while. They usually find a respite that can handle the behaviors. Definitely give it a shot.</p><p> </p><p>I know how hard it is to "pawn him off on strangers". It is very scary but you're not "pawning", they sign up for this kind of thing. As for strangers, sometimes that is a good thing. If it makes you feel better, ask to meet the respite provider before ever sending your son there. The first time he goes there, maybe ask if you can spend some time "observing".</p><p> </p><p>Keep asking questions and don't stop just because some doctor says so. If you're not ready to give up, then don't. You are his mother and it is your choice. Passing you the rhino skin.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TeDo, post: 415061"] Hereditary or not, you need to have him evaluated further. A neuropsychologist does several hours of extensive testing and determines more specifics that a psychiatrist's paper testing does. I think it would be very helpful and it has made a huge difference in the treatment of some of our difficult children. It usually steers everyone in the right direction. Even if it is hereditary does not mean it can't be treated (not cured) and dealt with more effectively for all involved. I agree that you need to keep your family safe. Do what you need to do to ensure that but don't give up on difficult child yet. Respite is a good thing. It is temporary and is meant to give you and your other children a break even just for a little while. They usually find a respite that can handle the behaviors. Definitely give it a shot. I know how hard it is to "pawn him off on strangers". It is very scary but you're not "pawning", they sign up for this kind of thing. As for strangers, sometimes that is a good thing. If it makes you feel better, ask to meet the respite provider before ever sending your son there. The first time he goes there, maybe ask if you can spend some time "observing". Keep asking questions and don't stop just because some doctor says so. If you're not ready to give up, then don't. You are his mother and it is your choice. Passing you the rhino skin. [/QUOTE]
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