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<blockquote data-quote="smallworld" data-source="post: 61938" data-attributes="member: 2423"><p>Sorry, a few more questions:</p><p>Did your son himself have any developmental or speech delays?</p><p>Does he have sensory issues (sensitivity to clothing tags, loud noises, food textures, for example)?</p><p>Does he have any worries or fears?</p><p></p><p>I agree with Oceans that ODD is rarely a stand-alone diagnosis. There is usually something else driving the ODD behaviors. When the underlying disorder is identified and treated, the ODD behaviors generally improve. Because of his age, I'd recommend an evaluation with either a developmental pediatrician, a neuropsychologist or a multidisciplinary team at a children's or university teaching hospital. You may have to ask your pediatrician for a referral, but be firm that you DON'T want just counseling. I'm generalizing here, but counseling tends to focus on the behaviors rather than the underlying cause. Until professionals identify that underlying cause, you won't be able to put the proper interventions into place to help your son.</p><p></p><p>Welcome and good luck!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="smallworld, post: 61938, member: 2423"] Sorry, a few more questions: Did your son himself have any developmental or speech delays? Does he have sensory issues (sensitivity to clothing tags, loud noises, food textures, for example)? Does he have any worries or fears? I agree with Oceans that ODD is rarely a stand-alone diagnosis. There is usually something else driving the ODD behaviors. When the underlying disorder is identified and treated, the ODD behaviors generally improve. Because of his age, I'd recommend an evaluation with either a developmental pediatrician, a neuropsychologist or a multidisciplinary team at a children's or university teaching hospital. You may have to ask your pediatrician for a referral, but be firm that you DON'T want just counseling. I'm generalizing here, but counseling tends to focus on the behaviors rather than the underlying cause. Until professionals identify that underlying cause, you won't be able to put the proper interventions into place to help your son. Welcome and good luck! [/QUOTE]
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